Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, West Valley 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 30-34% (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 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Valley Central School's attendance zone covers the entire district of West Valley, NY, encompassing approximately 64.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Valley Central School's student population of 186 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Valley 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 West Valley Central School is 0.08, 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
#3281 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
7%
4%
Showing 2009–2019. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
School colors are not explicitly stated in the text.
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley Central School's ranking?
West Valley Central School is ranked #3281 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Valley Central School often compared to?
West Valley Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cattaraugus-little Valley Elementary School, Ellicottville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 West Valley Central School?
The graduation rate of West Valley Central School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend West Valley Central School?
186 students attend West Valley Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Valley Central School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Valley Central School?
West Valley Central School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Valley Central School offer ?
West Valley Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Valley Central School part of?
West Valley Central School is part of West Valley Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I read these reviews and do not agree. I am very familiar with this school. The students are very intelligent. The teachers are very involved with the students and keep them on track. Your review must be in numbers. The 7:1 ratio is exactly what I wanted for my child. Either your statistics are based on numbers of students taking the state exams. If so, this is a very bad way to gauge student learning. It makes the teachers and students look bad. I think you should come down and see this little school. It will change your mind. We may not have sports (yet) but the administration and faculty are doing a great job. This article is disturbing. Don't believe the media is right. Come see it yourself, then make a judgement .
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