Serving 364 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Syracuse Elementary School's student population of 364 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Syracuse Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Syracuse Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3911 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
16%
16%
White
69%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 #3911 out of 4,377 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 C Grant Grimshaw School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
364 students attend East Syracuse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of East Syracuse Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Syracuse Elementary School?
East Syracuse Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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