Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Blythedale School ranks in the top 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% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blythedale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Blythedale School's student population of 127 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Blythedale School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blythedale School is 0.67, 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
#1952 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
29%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
2%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
76%
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 Blythedale School's ranking?
Blythedale School is ranked #1952 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blythedale School?
The graduation rate of Blythedale School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Blythedale School?
127 students attend Blythedale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Blythedale School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blythedale School?
Blythedale School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Blythedale School offer ?
Blythedale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blythedale School part of?
Blythedale School is part of Mount Pleasant-Blythedale Union Free School District.
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