Jefferson Central School is a K-12 school located in Jefferson, New York. Built in 1817 by public subscription. They are the home of the Jayhawks and compete in the Delaware Mountain League
Serving 150 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Jefferson 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Central School's student population of 150 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1817
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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
#3209 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
89%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: J-hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Central School's ranking?
Jefferson Central School is ranked #3209 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jefferson Central School often compared to?
Jefferson Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Worcester School, Schenevus Central 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 46% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Central School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jefferson Central School?
150 students attend Jefferson Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jefferson Central School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Central School?
Jefferson Central School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jefferson Central School offer ?
Jefferson Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Central School part of?
Jefferson Central School is part of Jefferson Central School District.
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