Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Belfast 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belfast School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Belfast School's student population of 318 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belfast School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belfast School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1507 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belfast School's ranking?
Belfast School is ranked #1507 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Belfast School often compared to?
Belfast Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fillmore Central 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 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belfast School?
The graduation rate of Belfast School is 60-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belfast School?
318 students attend Belfast School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Belfast School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belfast School?
Belfast School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Belfast School offer ?
Belfast School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belfast School part of?
Belfast School is part of Belfast Central School District.
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