What Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School does

Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School is a public K-12 school district operating under New York State Education Law as a political subdivision of New York State, headquartered at 597 County Highway 54, Cherry Valley, NY. The district serves approximately 436 students across Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade on a single unified campus with 42 dedicated teachers and a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio. It maintains a 90% graduation rate and operates with a 2025-26 budget of $14,909,472, representing a 0.96% increase over the prior year.

The district delivers a comprehensive educational program including core academics, AP and college-level courses, CTE pathways, special education services, athletics, arts, and a CFES Brilliant Pathways college and career readiness program. Core technology infrastructure consists of Chromebooks for students, SchoolTool for student information management, ParentSquare for parent communications, MySchoolBucks for cafeteria payments, and Branching Minds for student progress monitoring. Capital investments under the Smart School Bond Act have modernized security cameras, classroom technology (iMacs for art lab, library desktops), and building-wide internet/wireless connectivity.

The district's revenue model is structured as a government-funded entity with three primary streams: New York State aid (including foundation aid with Hold Harmless protections and an 81.5% Building Aid Ratio for capital projects), local property tax levy (a 2% increase in 2025-26), and federal stimulus grants (CARES Act, CRRSA, ARP ESSER). The customer base consists of geographically captured students and families residing within the district boundary, supplemented by community members served through CV-S Continuing Education programs. The district has no subsidiaries, no parent company, and operates as a standalone entity governed by an elected Board of Education under Superintendent TheriJo Snyder.

Name

Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School

Legal name

Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School District

Website

https://cvscs.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School is a public PK-12 school district in rural New York serving 436 students across a unified campus with 42 teachers and a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio, funded primarily through state aid and local property taxes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Specialized Programs & Classrooms (Autism, Emotional/Behavioral, Intellectual/Developmental, Multi-Disability) (EDAJAKAH)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Special education services
• College career readiness
• School meals program
• Student transportation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Cherry Valley, NY

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. State Aid: Primary funding from New York State, including foundation aid tied to enrollment. The district has historically received Hold Harmless provisions protecting funding levels despite enrollment declines. State Building Aid Ratio is 81.5% for capital projects.
2. Property Tax Levy: Local property tax revenue from district residents. The 2025-26 budget included a 2% tax levy increase. Budget includes $60,000 annual library tax collection split between Cherry Valley Memorial Library and Springfield Library.
3. Federal Stimulus Grants: CARES Act, CRRSA, and ARP ESSER funding for COVID-19 response, learning loss mitigation, summer programs, mental health services, and technology purchases
4. School Meals Program: Free meals through Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for all students. Additional food services through MySchoolBucks online payment system

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School District provides comprehensive public PK-12 education to 436 students on a single unified campus in Cherry Valley, NY, including core academic subjects, special education, athletics, arts, and college/career readiness programming. The district is supported by 42 teachers at a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio and supplements classroom instruction with cafeteria services, transportation, an after-school program, and an on-site School-Based Health Center through Bassett Healthcare Network. Operational technology and communication are delivered through Chromebook devices, ParentSquare, SchoolTool, and MySchoolBucks platforms.

Product overview

Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School is a unified PK-12 public school district providing comprehensive educational services to approximately 436 students. The district operates as a single unified campus with 42 dedicated teachers and a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio. The district offers core academic programs across all grade levels (PK-12), supported by specialized programs including CFES Brilliant Pathways for college/career readiness, Special Education services for both elementary and secondary students, and a School-Based Health Center operated in partnership with Bassett Healthcare Network. The district provides support services including cafeteria (with free meals through CEP), transportation (with electric bus fleet plans), athletics, and an after school program. Technology infrastructure includes Smart School Bond Act upgrades for security cameras, classroom technology, and building connectivity, managed through a multi-year District Technology Plan. Student and parent communication is facilitated through ParentSquare and SchoolTool platforms, with MySchoolBucks for cafeteria payments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pre-K through Grade 12 Education Comprehensive educational program serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, including core academic subjects (English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Spanish), electives, AP courses, college-level courses, and extracurricular activities. For students residing in the Cherry Valley-Springfield school district.
• After School Program Elementary after school program providing extended child care and enrichment activities for students outside regular school hours. For district elementary students and their families.
• CFES Brilliant Pathways College and Career Readiness Program College and career readiness program providing mentoring, essential skills development (goal setting, teamwork, leadership, agility, perseverance, networking), and pathways to college and career guidance through partnerships with colleges, school districts, and corporations. For district students in grades 6-12.
• Special Education Services Comprehensive special education programs for both elementary and secondary students, including Committee on Special Education (CSE) services, resource room instruction, and related services for students with disabilities. For district students with IEPs.
• Cafeteria and School Meals Program Food services including free breakfast and lunch for all enrolled students through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program, with meals meeting nutritional standards. Additional a la carte items available for purchase. For all enrolled students and families.
• School Transportation Services School bus transportation for students, including a fleet electrification plan for electric school buses. For district students requiring transportation to and from school.
• School-Based Health Center Partnership with Bassett Healthcare Network providing comprehensive health care services including physical examinations, immunizations, mental health counseling, dental services, and acute/chronic illness treatment on-site at the school. Located in high school wing rooms 148 and 150. No out-of-pocket costs for families; services billed to insurance. For all PK-12 students.
• Secondary School Athletics Program Secondary school athletics program including various sports teams, athletic forms, booster club support, and code of conduct policies. For district secondary students.
• District Staff Insurance and Benefits Programs Cooperative medical and dental insurance coverage for district staff through ONC BOCES partnerships including CASEBP medical coverage, CDPHP HMO plan, Delta Dental, and ONC Dental (Ameritus-Excellus) dental plans. For district employees.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% graduation rate
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bassett Healthcare NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 October 2022Partnership to establish a School-Based Health Center (SBHC) at the high school providing comprehensive health care services to PK-12 students. Services include physical exams, health screenings, treatment of acute/chronic illness, mental health counseling, dental services, and immunizations. Bassett provides staffing including Nurse Practitioner/PA, LPN, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Dental Hygienist. No out-of-pocket costs for families; services billed to insurance.
• CFES Brilliant PathwayscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollege and career readiness program providing mentoring, essential skills development, and pathways to college. The district received School of Distinction Award for 2017-18 school year. CFES connects students with college partners, corporations, and mentors to help demystify college access.
• SUNY Cobleskill CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollege partner for CFES program, providing college tours, career fairs, and exposure opportunities for students
• ONC BOCEScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOtsego Northern Catskills Board of Cooperative Educational Services providing shared services including medical coverage (CASEBP), dental coverage, technology services, and administrative support. District participates in cooperative purchasing and shared services programs.
• CASEBP (ONC BOCES Medical Coverage)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperative medical insurance plan providing health coverage for district staff through ONC BOCES partnership
• CDPHPminorOthersHealth insurance provider offering HMO plan as an alternative medical coverage option for district staff
• Delta DentalminorOthersDental insurance provider offering dental coverage plans for district employees
• ONC Dental (Ameritus-Excellus)minorOthersCooperative dental plan through ONC BOCES providing dental coverage for district staff
• Clark Sports CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing Odyssey and Outward Bound Scholarships for 8th-11th grade students. Clark Sports Center representatives visit school to inform students about scholarship opportunities.
• Foothills Arts CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner for career exploration activities for 8th grade students through CFES program

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Bassett Healthcare Network: Strategic healthcare partner operating the School-Based Health Center on campus. While not a competitor, the partnership model is integral to district operations and represents an ecosystem relationship central to service delivery.
• ONC BOCES: Otsego Northern Catskills Board of Cooperative Educational Services provides shared services including technology, staffing, and cooperative purchasing to member districts including Cherry Valley-Springfield. Functions as a service provider/enabler rather than competitor.

Direct peers

• Schenevus Central School District: Rural Otsego County NY public school district of similar small scale serving PK-12 students. Comparable in funding sources, governance, and community-based education delivery.
• Canajoharie Central School District: Rural NY public school district in Montgomery County serving similar small enrollment with a unified campus model. Comparable in funding sources, governance structure, and community-based identity.
• Richfield Springs Central School District: Small rural NY school district in the same general region with similar enrollment scale, unified PK-12 structure, and reliance on state aid and property taxes. Directly comparable in operating model and challenges.
• Edmeston Central School District: Small rural NY school district with similar enrollment scale and unified PK-12 campus model. Operates under the same state funding framework and BOCES service network.
• Sharon Springs Central School District: Small rural NY public school district in the same general region with comparable enrollment scale (under 500 students) and similar unified campus model. Faces the same rural demographic challenges and state aid framework.
• Cooperstown Central School District: Nearby rural NY public school district serving PK-12 in Otsego County with comparable enrollment scale and similar small-town community model. Operates under the same NY State Education Law framework and BOCES region, making it a direct geographic and structural peer.
• Owen D. Young Central School District: Tiny rural NY public school district in Otsego County serving similar small enrollment with comparable community-based education model. One of the smallest school districts in the region with similar operational dynamics.
• Fort Plain Central School District: Rural NY public school district of similar small scale serving PK-12 in a comparable community context. Operates under the same funding framework and faces similar enrollment and fiscal pressures as Cherry Valley-Springfield.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/cherry-valley-springfield-central-school

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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