Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Laurens 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurens Central School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 55 square miles around Laurens, NY. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurens Central School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Laurens 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 Laurens Central School is 0.24, 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
#2311 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Laurens Central School's ranking?
Laurens Central School is ranked #2311 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Laurens Central School often compared to?
Laurens Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Central School, Edmeston Central School, Oneonta Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laurens Central School?
The graduation rate of Laurens Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Laurens Central School?
287 students attend Laurens Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Laurens Central School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurens Central School?
Laurens Central School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laurens Central School offer ?
Laurens Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurens Central School part of?
Laurens Central School is part of Laurens Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I wasn't sure how I would like such a small school, but I have been pleasantly surprised. It seems the extracurricular activities are able to be provided by super community involvement--mostly prior alums, which is great! There is a big sense of community and older grade "buddies". The facilities are currently in the midst of renovation/construction, so it would be unfair to comment yet, as the classrooms are in flux. The kids have way more opportunity for hands-on learning and a lot more individualized attention in such small schools.
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