Serving 107 students in grades 7-12, George Junior Republic School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Junior Republic School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
George Junior Republic School's student population of 107 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
107 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Green
Campus Size
650 acres
School Motto
Nothing without Labor
School Rankings
George Junior Republic School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Junior Republic School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2143 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
22%
15%
White
61%
39%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Junior Republic School's ranking?
George Junior Republic School is ranked #2143 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George Junior Republic School often compared to?
George Junior Republic Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Groton Junior/senior High School, Ithaca Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Junior Republic School?
The graduation rate of George Junior Republic School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend George Junior Republic School?
107 students attend George Junior Republic School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of George Junior Republic School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Junior Republic School?
George Junior Republic School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Junior Republic School offer ?
George Junior Republic School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Junior Republic School part of?
George Junior Republic School is part of George Junior Republic Union Free School District.
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