Donald S Ray School

7650 Van Buren Rd
Baldwinsville, NY 13027
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 846 students in grades 6-7, Donald S Ray School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 6-7
  • Enrollment: 846 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : Donald S Ray School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Baldwinsville school district, covering an area of approximately 79.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being nearly 9.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Donald S Ray School's student population of 846 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

School Rankings

Donald S Ray 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 Donald S Ray School is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1717 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
53%
52%
56%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
87%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
(22-23)
18%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Donald S Ray School's ranking?
Donald S Ray School is ranked #1717 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Donald S Ray School often compared to?
Donald S Ray Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Donald S Ray School?
846 students attend Donald S Ray School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Donald S Ray School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donald S Ray School?
Donald S Ray School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Donald S Ray School offer ?
Donald S Ray School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Donald S Ray School part of?
Donald S Ray School is part of Baldwinsville Central School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 6-7
  • Enrollment: 846 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : Donald S Ray School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Baldwinsville school district, covering an area of approximately 79.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being nearly 9.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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