Top Rankings
Saranac Lake Central School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 10%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,068 students in Saranac Lake Central School District. This district's average testing ranking is 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
Public Schools in Saranac Lake Central School District have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (NY)
# Schools
4 Schools
4,816 Schools
# Students
1,068 Students
2,505,023 Students
# Teachers
109 Teachers
215,495 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
District Rank
Saranac Lake Central School District, which is ranked #638 of all 1,017 school districts in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 95% has increased from 90-94% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#620 out of 1020 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
78%
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.07
0.72
# American Indian Students
n/a
18,347 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
1 Student
248,845 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
10%
# Hispanic Students
10 Students
731,469 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
29%
# Black Students
11 Students
394,848 Students
% Black Students
1%
16%
# White Students
1,032 Students
1,014,287 Students
% White Students
97%
40%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
5,740 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
11 Students
91,130 Students
% of Two or more races Students
1%
4%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
60,988
# Students in K Grade:
62
171,518
# Students in 1st Grade:
69
178,905
# Students in 2nd Grade:
65
175,989
# Students in 3rd Grade:
73
178,881
# Students in 4th Grade:
63
179,134
# Students in 5th Grade:
76
182,604
# Students in 6th Grade:
107
183,404
# Students in 7th Grade:
81
186,412
# Students in 8th Grade:
86
190,934
# Students in 9th Grade:
110
205,061
# Students in 10th Grade:
91
202,111
# Students in 11th Grade:
87
187,737
# Students in 12th Grade:
93
185,289
# Ungraded Students:
5
36,056
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $32,149 is higher than the state median of $31,353. The school district revenue/student has grown by 11% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $29,684 is less than the state median of $32,230. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$34 MM
$78,541 MM
Spending
$32 MM
$80,737 MM
Revenue / Student
$32,149
$31,353
Spending / Student
$29,684
$32,230
Best Saranac Lake Central School District Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Saranac Lake Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4450
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4450
Grades: 9-12
| 385 students
Rank: #22.
Saranac Lake Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Grades: 6-8
| 275 students
Rank: #33.
Bloomingdale School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-3198
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-3198
Grades: K-5
| 100 students
Rank: #44.
Petrova Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
79 Canaras Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
(518) 891-4221
Grades: K-5
| 308 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Saranac Lake Central School District?
Saranac Lake Central School District manages 4 public schools serving 1,068 students.
What is the rank of Saranac Lake Central School District?
Saranac Lake Central School District is ranked #638 out of 1,017 school districts in New York (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of New York school districts for: Highest graduation rate (Top 10%)
What is the racial composition of students in Saranac Lake Central School District?
97% of Saranac Lake Central School District students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Saranac Lake Central School District?
Saranac Lake Central School District has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What is Saranac Lake Central School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $29,684 is less than the state median of $32,230. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
What a National Blue Ribbon of Distinction Truly Means
This article explains the National Blue Ribbon of Distinction, an award given by the U.S. Department of Education to schools demonstrating high academic standards and significant improvements in student achievement. It details the criteria for selection, benefits of the program, and its impact on educational excellence.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
