Serving 615 students in grades 9-12, Central Valley Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Valley Academy's student population of 615 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Valley Academy is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
89%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central Valley Academy often compared to?
Central Valley Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Barringer Road Elementary School, Herkimer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Valley Academy?
The graduation rate of Central Valley Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Valley Academy?
615 students attend Central Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Central Valley Academy students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Valley Academy?
Central Valley Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Valley Academy offer ?
Central Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Valley Academy part of?
Central Valley Academy is part of Central Valley Csd At Ilion-Mohawk School District.
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