New Hartford Central School District
School District · New Hartford, New York
Avg Rating
7.4
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,736
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Avg Rating
7.4
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,736
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Evaluating New Hartford Central School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge New Hartford Central School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
New Hartford Senior High School
New Hartford · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Perry Junior High School
New Hartford · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hughes Elementary School
New Hartford · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New York rank
#126 of 615
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.2
above New York avg
Per-pupil spending
$21,736
$6,044 vs New York median
District size
2,600 students
Larger than New York median
The short answer
New Hartford Central School District ranks #126 of 615 New York districts by overall school rating. New Hartford Central School District's schools with real test data average 7.4/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are New Hartford Senior High School (8.5/10), Perry Junior High School (7.9/10), and Hughes Elementary School (7.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in New Hartford Central School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Hartford Senior High School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Perry Junior High School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Hughes Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Myles Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Robert L Bradley Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About New Hartford Central School District
New Hartford Central School District is a New Hartford, New York school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,600 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. The district invests $21,736 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.4/10, New Hartford Central School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is New Hartford Senior High School, which has a composite score of 8.5/10.
In standardized testing, New Hartford Central School District students show an average math proficiency of 66.8% and ELA proficiency of 70.1%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in New Hartford Central School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in New Hartford Central School District with test data.
Schools in New Hartford Central School District
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New York
- City
- New Hartford
- Total Enrollment
- 2,600
- Teachers (FTE)
- 217
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in New Hartford Central School District?
New Hartford Central School District has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for New Hartford Central School District?
The average composite rating for New Hartford Central School District is 7.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in New Hartford Central School District?
New Hartford Central School District spends $21,736 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Hartford Central School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in New Hartford Central School District is 12:1.
What is the top-rated school in New Hartford Central School District?
New Hartford Senior High School is the highest-rated school in New Hartford Central School District with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What are the test scores in New Hartford Central School District?
Across schools in New Hartford Central School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 66.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 70.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does New Hartford Central School District compare to other districts in New York?
New Hartford Central School District has an average school rating of 7.4/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New York by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 66.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 70.1%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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