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George Junior Republic School
High School · GEORGE JUNIOR REPUBLIC UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
24 MCDONALD RD, Freeville, NY 13068
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,855 of 4,742
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About George Junior Republic School
George Junior Republic School is a public high school in Freeville, NY, part of GEORGE JUNIOR REPUBLIC UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. George Junior Republic School serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. George Junior Republic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,855 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for George Junior Republic School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, George Junior Republic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at George Junior Republic School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 4.8:1 students to teachers, George Junior Republic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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George Junior Republic School — Students at George Junior Republic School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How George Junior Republic School Compares
See how George Junior Republic School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
24 MCDONALD RD, Freeville, NY 13068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Junior Republic School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DRYDEN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Dryden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GROTON JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Freeville, see our Freeville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FREEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| DRYDEN HIGH SCHOOL Dryden | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| DRYDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Dryden | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| COVENANT LOVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Freeville | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CASSAVANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden | 3.6 mi | 3.7 |
| GROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Groton | 5.6 mi | 7.6 |
| GROTON JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Groton | 5.5 mi | 6.8 |
| CAROLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Slaterville Springs | 8.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SUNNY MEADOWS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Groton | 8.7 mi | — |
| TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES Ithaca | 7.1 mi | 5.6 |
| DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 7.2 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTHEAST SCHOOL Ithaca | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca | 8.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 8.4 mi | 5.3 |
| FRANKLYN S BARRY PRIMARY SCHOOL Cortland | 9.1 mi | 3.4 |
| CASCADILLA SCHOOL Ithaca | 8.8 mi | — |
| CORTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cortland | 9.7 mi | 5.8 |
| FINGER LAKES RESIDENTIAL CENTER Lansing | 8.8 mi | — |
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 9.0 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,521
Median Home Value
$207,900
Median Rent
$1,011/mo
Population
4,464
College Educated
40.2%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
16.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
45.4
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| YESHIVA FARM SETTLEMENT SCHOOL Mount Kisco, NY | 5.8 |
| BRONX CAREER AND COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Junior Republic School
What grades does George Junior Republic School serve?
George Junior Republic School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend George Junior Republic School?
George Junior Republic School has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Junior Republic School?
The student-teacher ratio at George Junior Republic School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Junior Republic School rank in NY?
George Junior Republic School ranks #2,855 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is George Junior Republic School's MySchoolScout rating?
George Junior Republic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 George Junior Republic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Junior Republic School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is George Junior Republic School a charter school?
No, George Junior Republic School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Junior Republic School a Title I school?
No, George Junior Republic School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Junior Republic School?
83.5% of students at George Junior Republic 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 121
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.5%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Tompkins County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (607) 844-6324
- 4-Year Graduation
- 49.5%
Resources & Links
District
GEORGE JUNIOR REPUBLIC UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 91
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $67,316
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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