Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, South Kortright 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for South Kortright Central School encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 100.3 square miles in South Kortright, NY. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Kortright Central School's student population of 287 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
South Kortright 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 South Kortright 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
#2725 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Kortright Central School's ranking?
South Kortright Central School is ranked #2725 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Kortright Central School often compared to?
South Kortright Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stamford Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Kortright Central School?
The graduation rate of South Kortright Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend South Kortright Central School?
287 students attend South Kortright Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of South Kortright Central School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Kortright Central School?
South Kortright Central School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Kortright Central School offer ?
South Kortright Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Kortright Central School part of?
South Kortright Central School is part of South Kortright Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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