Serving 102 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Minerva 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 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minerva Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Minerva Central School's student population of 102 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Minerva 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 Minerva Central School is 0.15, 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
#3377 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minerva Central School's ranking?
Minerva Central School is ranked #3377 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Minerva Central School often compared to?
Minerva Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newcomb Central School, Schroon Lake Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Minerva Central School?
The graduation rate of Minerva Central School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Minerva Central School?
102 students attend Minerva Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Minerva Central School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minerva Central School?
Minerva Central School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Minerva Central School offer ?
Minerva Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Minerva Central School part of?
Minerva Central School is part of Minerva Central School District.
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