Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Newcomb 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newcomb Central School serves the entire district of Newcomb, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 233.2 square miles. The school is accessible within a typical 15-20 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newcomb Central School's student population of 48 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Newcomb 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 Newcomb Central School is 0.19, 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
#2384 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
90%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)14.6%
38.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskie
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcomb Central School's ranking?
Newcomb Central School is ranked #2384 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Newcomb Central School often compared to?
Newcomb Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minerva Central School, Long Lake Central School, Schroon Lake Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newcomb Central School?
The graduation rate of Newcomb Central School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Newcomb Central School?
48 students attend Newcomb Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Newcomb Central School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcomb Central School?
Newcomb Central School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newcomb Central School offer ?
Newcomb Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newcomb Central School part of?
Newcomb Central School is part of Newcomb Central School District.
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