Fillmore Central School is a public school in Fillmore, Allegany County, New York, U.S.A. that serves grades pre-K to grade 12, and is the only school operated by the Fillmore Central School District. Its superintendent is Michael Dodge. Its assistant Principal is Sarah Petre, and its Principal is Eric Talbot.
Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Fillmore Central School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fillmore Central School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 111.6 square miles in and around Fillmore, NY. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 6.1 miles and the furthest edge located 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fillmore Central School's student population of 597 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
597 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve.
School Rankings
Fillmore Central 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 Fillmore Central School is 0.08, 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
#1404 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fillmore Central School's ranking?
Fillmore Central School is ranked #1404 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fillmore Central School often compared to?
Fillmore Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belfast School, Cuba-rushford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fillmore Central School?
The graduation rate of Fillmore Central School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Fillmore Central School?
597 students attend Fillmore Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Fillmore Central School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fillmore Central School?
Fillmore Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fillmore Central School offer ?
Fillmore Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fillmore Central School part of?
Fillmore Central School is part of Fillmore Central School District.
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