Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Syracuse Elementary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Syracuse Elementary School serves the southwest part of East Syracuse, NY, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Syracuse Elementary School's student population of 361 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare students for their futures by engaging all learners in inclusive and equitable student-centered learning communities.
School Rankings
East Syracuse Elementary 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 East Syracuse Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#3966 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Syracuse Elementary School's ranking?
East Syracuse Elementary School is ranked #3966 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East Syracuse Elementary School often compared to?
East Syracuse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minoa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend East Syracuse Elementary School?
361 students attend East Syracuse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of East Syracuse Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Syracuse Elementary School?
East Syracuse Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Syracuse Elementary School offer ?
East Syracuse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Syracuse Elementary School part of?
East Syracuse Elementary School is part of East Syracuse Minoa Central School District.
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