For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 150 students in Jefferson, NY.
The top-ranked public school in Jefferson, NY is Jefferson Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson, NY public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Jefferson have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Jefferson, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Central School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1332 St Rt 10
Jefferson, NY 12093
(607) 652-7821
Jefferson, NY 12093
(607) 652-7821
Gr: PK-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Jefferson, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Jefferson, NY include Jefferson Central School.
How many public schools are located in Jefferson?
1 public schools are located in Jefferson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson?
Jefferson public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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