Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, La Fargeville Central School ranks in the top 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 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Fargeville Central School's student population of 465 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
La Fargeville Central School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Fargeville Central School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1467 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Fargeville Central School's ranking?
La Fargeville Central School is ranked #1467 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Fargeville Central School?
The graduation rate of La Fargeville Central School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Fargeville Central School?
465 students attend La Fargeville Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of La Fargeville Central School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Fargeville Central School?
La Fargeville Central School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does La Fargeville Central School offer ?
La Fargeville Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is La Fargeville Central School part of?
La Fargeville Central School is part of La Fargeville Central School District.
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