Serving 166 students in grades 6-12, Deruyter 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deruyter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Deruyter High School's student population of 166 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Rockets
School Rankings
Deruyter 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 Deruyter High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2073 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deruyter High School's ranking?
Deruyter High School is ranked #2073 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Deruyter High School often compared to?
Deruyter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morrisville Middle School High School, Brookfield Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deruyter High School?
The graduation rate of Deruyter High School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Deruyter High School?
166 students attend Deruyter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Deruyter High School students are White, 4% 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 High School?
Deruyter High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deruyter High School offer ?
Deruyter High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deruyter High School part of?
Deruyter High School is part of Deruyter Central School District.
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