Serving 185 students in grades 7-12, Forestville Central High School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forestville Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Forestville, NY, covering approximately 81.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum reach of 8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forestville Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Forestville Central High School's student population of 185 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Forestville Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forestville Central High School is 0.20, 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
#956 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
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)32.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forestville Central High School's ranking?
Forestville Central High School is ranked #956 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Forestville Central High School often compared to?
Forestville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forestville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Forestville Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Forestville Central High School?
185 students attend Forestville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Forestville Central High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forestville Central High School?
Forestville Central High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Forestville Central High School offer ?
Forestville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forestville Central High School part of?
Forestville Central High School is part of Forestville Central School District.
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