Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Otselic Valley Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Otselic Valley Central School's student population of 261 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Vikings
School Rankings
Otselic Valley Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otselic Valley Central School is 0.06, 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
#3745 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Otselic Valley Csd School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otselic Valley Central School's ranking?
Otselic Valley Central School is ranked #3745 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Otselic Valley Central School?
The graduation rate of Otselic Valley Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Otselic Valley Central School?
261 students attend Otselic Valley Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Otselic Valley Central School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otselic Valley Central School?
Otselic Valley Central School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Otselic Valley Central School offer ?
Otselic Valley Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Otselic Valley Central School part of?
Otselic Valley Central School is part of Otselic Valley Csd School District.
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