Fillmore Central School is a public school in Fillmore, Allegany County, New York, U.S.A. that serves grades pre-K to grade 12, and is the only school operated by the Fillmore Central School District. Its superintendent is Michael Dodge. Its assistant Principal is Sarah Petre, and its Principal is Eric Talbot.
Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Fillmore Central 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fillmore Central School's student population of 608 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Fillmore Central 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 Fillmore Central School is 0.06, 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
#1593 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
97%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fillmore Central School's ranking?
Fillmore Central School is ranked #1593 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fillmore Central School often compared to?
Fillmore Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belfast School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fillmore Central School?
The graduation rate of Fillmore Central School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fillmore Central School?
608 students attend Fillmore Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Fillmore Central School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fillmore Central School?
Fillmore Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fillmore Central School offer ?
Fillmore Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fillmore Central School part of?
Fillmore Central School is part of Fillmore Central School District.
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