Serving 565 students in grades 4-5, Indian River Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian River Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Philadelphia, NY, encompassing approximately 252.2 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 14.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian River Intermediate School's student population of 565 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian River Intermediate 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 River Intermediate School is 0.56, 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
#3005 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
63%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian River Intermediate School's ranking?
Indian River Intermediate School is ranked #3005 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Indian River Intermediate School?
565 students attend Indian River Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Indian River Intermediate School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian River Intermediate School?
Indian River Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Indian River Intermediate School offer ?
Indian River Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian River Intermediate School part of?
Indian River Intermediate School is part of Indian River Central School District.
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