Cuba-Rushford High School is a public high school located in Cuba, Allegany County, New York, United States, and is the only high school operated by the Cuba-Rushford Central School District.
Serving 202 students in grades 9-12, Cuba-rushford High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cuba-rushford High School's student population of 202 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cuba-rushford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cuba-rushford High School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1880 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
93%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Rebel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cuba-rushford High School's ranking?
Cuba-rushford High School is ranked #1880 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cuba-rushford High School often compared to?
Cuba-rushford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fillmore Central School, Belfast School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cuba-rushford High School?
The graduation rate of Cuba-rushford High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cuba-rushford High School?
202 students attend Cuba-rushford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cuba-rushford High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cuba-rushford High School?
Cuba-rushford High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cuba-rushford High School offer ?
Cuba-rushford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cuba-rushford High School part of?
Cuba-rushford High School is part of Cuba-Rushford Central School District.
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