Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Delaware Primary School ranks in the bottom 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 5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Delaware Primary School serves the west part of Syracuse, NY, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1 mile to its furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Delaware Primary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Delaware Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delaware Primary School is 0.70, 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
#4343 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delaware Primary School's ranking?
Delaware Primary School is ranked #4343 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Delaware Primary School often compared to?
Delaware Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C Grant Grimshaw School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Delaware Primary School?
377 students attend Delaware Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Delaware Primary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delaware Primary School?
Delaware Primary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Delaware Primary School offer ?
Delaware Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Delaware Primary School part of?
Delaware Primary School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Delaware Primary School located?
Delaware Primary School is located in the Skunk City neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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