Very Good
#1503 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 32% in state
Black River School
Elementary School · CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 218, Black River, NY 13612
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,503 of 4,742
In district
#2 of 5
CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Black River School
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About Black River School
Black River School is a public elementary school in Black River, NY, part of CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Black River School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Black River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,503 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Black River School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Black River School — Students at Black River School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Black River School Compares
See how Black River School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 218, Black River, NY 13612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Black River School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Calcium), with a very similar rating. Another option is EVANS MILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Evans Mills), with a comparable rating. Additionally, IMMACULATE HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADES (rated 5.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Watertown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Black River, see our Black River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| EVANS MILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Evans Mills | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| OHIO STREET SCHOOL Watertown | 5.2 mi | 3.3 |
| FAITH FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
| STARBUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 5.3 mi | 2.5 |
| NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| IMMACULATE HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADES Watertown | 6.0 mi | 5.9 |
| KNICKERBOCKER SCHOOL Watertown | 6.5 mi | 4.2 |
| HAROLD T WILEY SCHOOL Watertown | 6.9 mi | 4.4 |
| CASE MIDDLE SCHOOL Watertown | 6.9 mi | 4.4 |
| WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown | 6.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SHERMAN SCHOOL Watertown | 6.9 mi | 4.9 |
| IHC INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL GRADES K-5 Watertown | 7.3 mi | 5.7 |
| INDIAN RIVER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 9.0 mi | 5.3 |
| IMMACULATE HEART CENTRAL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown | 7.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WEST CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage | 7.5 mi | 3.6 |
| CHAMPION PEAK SCHOOL Copenhagen | 9.8 mi | — |
| INDIAN RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 9.6 mi | 6.4 |
| INDIAN RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 9.8 mi | 9.2 |
| CARTHAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Carthage | 7.8 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,106
Median Home Value
$195,000
Median Rent
$942/mo
Population
2,940
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parish, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Black River School
What grades does Black River School serve?
Black River School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Black River School?
Black River School has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Black River School?
The student-teacher ratio at Black River School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Black River School rank in NY?
Black River School ranks #1,503 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Black River School's MySchoolScout rating?
Black River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Black River School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Black River School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Black River School a charter school?
No, Black River School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Black River School a Title I school?
No, Black River School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Black River School?
34.4% of students at Black River School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 546
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (315) 773-5911
Resources & Links
District
CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,127
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,094
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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