Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hinsdale Central School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 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: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinsdale Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hinsdale Central School's student population of 369 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Bobcat
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Hinsdale Central School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hinsdale 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
#1058 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
89%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
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
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 Hinsdale Central School's ranking?
Hinsdale Central School is ranked #1058 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hinsdale Central School often compared to?
Hinsdale Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklinville Junior-senior High School, Olean Intermediate-middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hinsdale Central School?
The graduation rate of Hinsdale Central School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hinsdale Central School?
369 students attend Hinsdale Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hinsdale Central School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hinsdale Central School?
Hinsdale Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hinsdale Central School offer ?
Hinsdale Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hinsdale Central School part of?
Hinsdale Central School is part of Hinsdale Central School District.
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