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Schuyler County Schools & Education

School 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.

Parent decision brief

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

Elementary 1Middle 0High 1Other 0

2 listed schools in this county slice.

ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Elementary and high visible

765 students

Elementary 2Middle 0High 1Other 0

3 listed schools in this county slice.

BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Other grade structure

261 students

Elementary 0Middle 0High 0Other 1

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

Elementary3
Middle0
High2
Other1

3 School Districts in Schuyler County

WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 schools
900 students

ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

3 schools
765 students

BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

1 school
261 students

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 data

Level

Showing 6 of 6 matching schools

WATKINS GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

WATKINS GLEN, 14891 / Town: Fringe

RecordPK–6Primary468 students

WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

WATKINS GLEN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

WATKINS GLEN, 14891 / Town: Fringe

Record7–12High432 students

ODESSA-MONTOUR JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

ODESSA, 14869 / Rural: Fringe

Record7–12High293 students

BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL

BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

BRADFORD, 14815 / Rural: Distant

RecordPK–12Other261 students

B C CATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

MONTOUR FALLS, 14865 / Rural: Fringe

RecordPK–2Primary239 students

HOWARD A HANLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

ODESSA, 14869 / Rural: Fringe

Record3–6Primary233 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$13,851

State avg $14,719

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which New York counties have the highest graduation rates?
Putnam County (93.4%), Genesee County (92.5%), and Schuyler County (91.8%) currently lead New York among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in New York?
Across New York counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $14,719. The highest current county values are Hamilton County ($26,327), New York County ($21,940), and Putnam County ($19,993). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Schuyler County?
Schuyler County has a school score of 81/100, which is a higher measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Schuyler County?
The high school graduation rate in Schuyler County is 91.8%, which is above the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Schuyler County spend per student?
Schuyler County spends $13,851 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

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.