Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Lyme 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 11% 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: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyme Central School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chaumont, NY, encompassing approximately 102.8 square miles. Typical drives to the school range from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 13.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyme Central School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Lyme Central School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyme Central School is 0.21, 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
#1809 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
89%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyme Central School's ranking?
Lyme Central School is ranked #1809 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lyme Central School often compared to?
Lyme Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sackets Harbor Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lyme Central School?
The graduation rate of Lyme Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Lyme Central School?
335 students attend Lyme Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lyme Central School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyme Central School?
Lyme Central School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyme Central School offer ?
Lyme Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyme Central School part of?
Lyme Central School is part of Lyme Central School District.
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