Schuyler County Schools & Education
Schuyler County, New York
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
81/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
91.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 85.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,851
National avg $13,239
State avg $14,719
School Score
81/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 63/100
State Score Position
#5
of 62 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Schuyler County
Measured School Summary
Schuyler County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 81/100 and a graduation rate of 91.8%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
With $13,851 per pupil, Schuyler County has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 28% above the New York average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 6.5 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 6% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Schuyler County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
6 public schools and 3 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
81/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #5 of 62 New York counties with school score data.
Completion
91.8%
6.5 pts above the state average
Funding context
$13,851
$868 below the state average
School coverage
6
3 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Schuyler County has 6 public schools across 3 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Schuyler County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Higher-signal county
Schuyler County screens well on the measured county-level school signal. The next check is whether that strength is broad across districts or concentrated in a few school pathways.
State position
#5
of 62 New York counties with school score data. The county score is 18 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary and high visible
900 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary and high visible
765 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Other grade structure
261 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
District reality check
ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the largest listed district slice, with 3 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Schuyler County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Schuyler County district systems?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Schuyler County, New York
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Small-Scale Education with Big Results
Schuyler County operates one of the smallest school systems in the state with only 6 public schools across 3 districts. This focused network serves 1,926 students through a mix of elementary and secondary facilities.
Watkins Glen and Odessa-Montour Districts
The Watkins Glen Central School District serves 900 students across two schools, making it the county's largest district. The educational landscape is entirely comprised of traditional public schools, with no charter options available.
Rural Roots and Community Focus
The county features four rural schools and two town schools, with an average enrollment of only 321 students. Watkins Glen Elementary is the largest building with 468 students, fostering a close-knit atmosphere across the county.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Schuyler County
Reported Enrollment
1,926
6 schools reporting
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
3 School Districts in Schuyler County
WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
6 Public Schools in Schuyler County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 6 of 6 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WATKINS GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | WATKINS GLEN, 14891Town: Fringe | PK–6 | Primary | 468 |
| WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL | Record | WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | WATKINS GLEN, 14891Town: Fringe | 7–12 | High | 432 |
| ODESSA-MONTOUR JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | Record | ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | ODESSA, 14869Rural: Fringe | 7–12 | High | 293 |
| BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL | Record | BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | BRADFORD, 14815Rural: Distant | PK–12 | Other | 261 |
| B C CATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | MONTOUR FALLS, 14865Rural: Fringe | PK–2 | Primary | 239 |
| HOWARD A HANLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | ODESSA, 14869Rural: Fringe | 3–6 | Primary | 233 |
WATKINS GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
WATKINS GLEN, 14891 / Town: Fringe
WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
WATKINS GLEN, 14891 / Town: Fringe
ODESSA-MONTOUR JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
ODESSA, 14869 / Rural: Fringe
BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL
BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BRADFORD, 14815 / Rural: Distant
B C CATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
MONTOUR FALLS, 14865 / Rural: Fringe
HOWARD A HANLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
ODESSA, 14869 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$13,851
State avg $14,719
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Schools in Schuyler County, New York — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Schuyler County, New York?
Schuyler County operates one of the smallest school systems in the state with only 6 public schools across 3 districts. This focused network serves 1,926 students through a mix of elementary and secondary facilities.
What are the major school districts in Schuyler County, New York?
The Watkins Glen Central School District serves 900 students across two schools, making it the county's largest district. The educational landscape is entirely comprised of traditional public schools, with no charter options available.
What is the school experience like in Schuyler County?
The county features four rural schools and two town schools, with an average enrollment of only 321 students. Watkins Glen Elementary is the largest building with 468 students, fostering a close-knit atmosphere across the county.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.