Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Scio 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: SCIO CENTRAL SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Scio school district in Scio, NY, covering approximately 59.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scio Central School's student population of 267 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Scio 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 Scio Central School is 0.13, 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
#1313 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
93%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 Scio Central School's ranking?
Scio Central School is ranked #1313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Scio Central School often compared to?
Scio Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friendship Central School, Wellsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scio Central School?
The graduation rate of Scio Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Scio Central School?
267 students attend Scio Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Scio Central School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scio Central School?
Scio Central School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Scio Central School offer ?
Scio Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scio Central School part of?
Scio Central School is part of Scio Central School District.
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