Serving 119 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Deruyter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: De Ruyter Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in De Ruyter, NY, covering approximately 88.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deruyter Elementary School's student population of 119 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
119 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deruyter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deruyter Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3331 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Hispanic
2%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deruyter Elementary School's ranking?
Deruyter Elementary School is ranked #3331 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Deruyter Elementary School?
119 students attend Deruyter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Deruyter Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deruyter Elementary School?
Deruyter Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deruyter Elementary School offer ?
Deruyter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deruyter Elementary School part of?
Deruyter Elementary School is part of Deruyter Central School District.
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