Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Laurens 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurens Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurens Central School's student population of 313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laurens Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurens Central School is 0.20, 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
#2833 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
89%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurens Central School's ranking?
Laurens Central School is ranked #2833 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Laurens Central School often compared to?
Laurens Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edmeston Central School, Morris Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 Laurens Central School?
The graduation rate of Laurens Central School is 60-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Laurens Central School?
313 students attend Laurens Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Laurens Central School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurens Central School?
Laurens Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laurens Central School offer ?
Laurens Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurens Central School part of?
Laurens Central School is part of Laurens Central School District.
School Reviews
5 6/23/2008
I wasn't sure how I would like such a small school, but I have been pleasantly surprised. It seems the extracurricular activities are able to be provided by super community involvement--mostly prior alums, which is great! There is a big sense of community and older grade "buddies". The facilities are currently in the midst of renovation/construction, so it would be unfair to comment yet, as the classrooms are in flux. The kids have way more opportunity for hands-on learning and a lot more individualized attention in such small schools.
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