Serving 59 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Long Lake Central 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Long Lake Central School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Long Lake, NY, encompassing approximately 387 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 12.2 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 22.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Long Lake Central School's student population of 59 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
59 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Little School in the Big Woods
School Rankings
Long 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 Long Lake Central School is 0.15, 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
#2886 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Lake Central School's ranking?
Long Lake Central School is ranked #2886 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Long Lake Central School often compared to?
Long Lake Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newcomb Central School, Gilboa-conesville Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Long Lake Central School?
The graduation rate of Long Lake Central School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 83%.
How many students attend Long Lake Central School?
59 students attend Long Lake Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Long Lake Central School students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Lake Central School?
Long Lake Central School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Long Lake Central School offer ?
Long Lake Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Long Lake Central School part of?
Long Lake Central School is part of Long Lake Central School District.
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