Serving 126 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Indian Lake Central School ranks in the bottom 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Lake Central School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 266.2 square miles around Indian Lake, NY. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 8.1 miles and the furthest edge reaching 15.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Lake Central School's student population of 126 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
126 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Lake Central 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 Indian Lake Central 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
#2183 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Moose
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Lake Central School's ranking?
Indian Lake Central School is ranked #2183 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Indian Lake Central School?
The graduation rate of Indian Lake Central School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Indian Lake Central School?
126 students attend Indian Lake Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Indian Lake Central School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Lake Central School?
Indian Lake Central School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Indian Lake Central School offer ?
Indian Lake Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian Lake Central School part of?
Indian Lake Central School is part of Indian Lake Central School District.
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