Hinsdale Central School is a Pre-K through Grade 12 school in Hinsdale, Cattaraugus County, New York, United States. The school currently enrolls around 500 students. The school's colors are royal blue, white and grey..
Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hinsdale Central School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hinsdale Central School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hinsdale district, covering approximately 57.7 square miles. The zone is centrally located in Hinsdale, with most students typically driving about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, and the furthest edge being 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinsdale Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hinsdale Central School's student population of 349 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Hinsdale CSD community engages, educates, and prepares all students for the future to succeed in a competitive world.
School Rankings
Hinsdale Central 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 Hinsdale Central School is 0.19, 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
#1176 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinsdale Central School's ranking?
Hinsdale Central School is ranked #1176 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hinsdale Central School often compared to?
Hinsdale Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olean Intermediate-middle School, Franklinville Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hinsdale Central School?
The graduation rate of Hinsdale Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Hinsdale Central School?
349 students attend Hinsdale Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hinsdale Central School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinsdale Central School?
Hinsdale Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hinsdale Central School offer ?
Hinsdale Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hinsdale Central School part of?
Hinsdale Central School is part of Hinsdale Central School District.
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