Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, York Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: YORK CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Retsof, NY, covering approximately 67.2 square miles. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 4.4 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
York Central Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
York Central Elementary 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 York Central Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#2473 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
92%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
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
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 25-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 York Central Elementary School's ranking?
York Central Elementary School is ranked #2473 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are York Central Elementary School often compared to?
York Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geneseo Elementary School, Avon Primary School, Mount Morris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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).
How many students attend York Central Elementary School?
275 students attend York Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of York Central Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York Central Elementary School?
York Central Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does York Central Elementary School offer ?
York Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is York Central Elementary School part of?
York Central Elementary School is part of York Central School District.
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