North Warren Central School is a public PreK–12 school and school district in Chestertown, New York, the northernmost school district in Warren County. It serves students from Chestertown, Horicon, and Pottersville.
Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, North Warren Central School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 9% 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: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Warren Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Warren Central School's student population of 472 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Rankings
North Warren 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 North Warren Central School is 0.17, 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
#2159 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
91%
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
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Warren Central School's ranking?
North Warren Central School is ranked #2159 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are North Warren Central School often compared to?
North Warren Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrensburg Elementary School, Johnsburg Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Warren Central School?
The graduation rate of North Warren Central School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Warren Central School?
472 students attend North Warren Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of North Warren Central School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Warren Central School?
North Warren Central School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Warren Central School offer ?
North Warren Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Warren Central School part of?
North Warren Central School is part of North Warren Central School District.
School Reviews
2 9/24/2016
North Warren Central School's administration needs to work better with the parents, there are issues at this school with behavior of adults as well as children. This school does not follow up with parents in a timely matter regarding services or issues happening within the school. There is a very narrow minded way of thinking from the Board of Education all the way down to the simplest of staff, very sad situation
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