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York Middle/high School
High School · YORK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 102, Retsof, NY 14539
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,794 of 4,742
In Retsof
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
YORK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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York Middle/high School
High School in Retsof · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About York Middle/high School
York Middle/high School is a public high school in Retsof, NY, part of YORK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. York Middle/high School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. York Middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,794 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for York Middle/high School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, York Middle/high School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
York Middle/high School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
31% of students at York Middle/high School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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York Middle/high School — Students at York Middle/high School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 3.5/10.
How York Middle/high School Compares
See how York Middle/high School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 102, Retsof, NY 14539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering York Middle/high School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CALEDONIA-MUMFORD MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Caledonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is AVON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GENESEO MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Geneseo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Retsof, see our Retsof schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YORK CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Retsof | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| GENESEO MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Geneseo | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| GENESEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneseo | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| GENESEE COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Geneseo | 6.0 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT MORRIS MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mount Morris | 8.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNT MORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Morris | 8.2 mi | 4.8 |
| D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion | 6.8 mi | 4.7 |
| PAVILION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pavilion | 6.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Perry | 8.9 mi | 4.6 |
| PERRY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Perry | 9.1 mi | 5.9 |
| CALEDONIA-MUMFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caledonia | 10.7 mi | 7.9 |
| LE ROY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Le Roy | 10.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CALEDONIA-MUMFORD MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Caledonia | 10.8 mi | 8.0 |
| AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon | 9.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon | 9.5 mi | 5.4 |
| AVON MIDDLE SCHOOL Avon | 9.4 mi | 5.8 |
| AVON HIGH SCHOOL Avon | 9.4 mi | 7.9 |
| WOLCOTT STREET SCHOOL Le Roy | 11.2 mi | 5.8 |
| GENESEE VALLEY BOCES Le Roy | 11.2 mi | 5.7 |
| SILVER LAKE MENNONITE SCHOOL Perry | 9.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,250
Median Home Value
$161,800
Population
115
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
87.2%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
47.9
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| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL SCIENCE Bronx, NY | 5.9 |
| BRONX LATIN SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.9 |
| DELAWARE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Delhi, NY | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about York Middle/high School
What grades does York Middle/high School serve?
York Middle/high School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend York Middle/high School?
York Middle/high School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at York Middle/high School?
The student-teacher ratio at York Middle/high School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does York Middle/high School rank in NY?
York Middle/high School ranks #2,794 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is York Middle/high School's MySchoolScout rating?
York Middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 York Middle/high School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, York Middle/high School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is York Middle/high School a charter school?
No, York Middle/high School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is York Middle/high School a Title I school?
No, York Middle/high School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for York Middle/high School?
45.6% of students at York Middle/high 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 366
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Livingston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (585) 243-1730
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
YORK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 660
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,597
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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