For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 558 students in Chateaugay Central School District. This district's average testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
Public Schools in Chateaugay Central School District have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (NY)
# Schools
2 Schools
4,813 Schools
# Students
558 Students
2,506,610 Students
# Teachers
58 Teachers
217,085 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Chateaugay Central School District, which is ranked #605 of all 1,008 school districts in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 80-89% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#591 out of 1017 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Graduation Rate
(21-22)80-89%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.03
0.72
% American Indian
n/a
1%
% Asian
n/a
10%
% Hispanic
n/a
30%
% Black
1%
15%
% White
99%
40%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $26,176 in this school district is less than the state median of $31,333. The school district revenue/student has declined by 9% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $24,627 is less than the state median of $32,210. The school district spending/student has declined by 25% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$15 MM
$78,541 MM
Spending
$14 MM
$80,737 MM
Revenue / Student
$26,176
$31,333
Spending / Student
$24,627
$32,210
Best Chateaugay Central School District Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chateaugay High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
42 River St
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-6611
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-6611
Gr: 7-12 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Chateaugay Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
42 River St
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-6290
Chateaugay, NY 12920
(518) 497-6290
Gr: PK-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Chateaugay Central School District?
Chateaugay Central School District manages 2 public schools serving 558 students.
What is the rank of Chateaugay Central School District?
Chateaugay Central School District is ranked #605 out of 1,008 school districts in New York (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year.
What is the racial composition of students in Chateaugay Central School District?
99% of Chateaugay Central School District students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Chateaugay Central School District?
Chateaugay Central School District has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What is Chateaugay Central School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $24,627 is less than the state median of $32,210. The school district spending/student has declined by 25% over four school years.
Recent Articles
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.
