Serving 174 students in grades 6-8, Expeditionary Learning Middle 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Expeditionary Learning Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Expeditionary Learning Middle School's student population of 174 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Expeditionary Learning Middle 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 Expeditionary Learning Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#3152 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
33%
16%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Expeditionary Learning Middle School's ranking?
Expeditionary Learning Middle School is ranked #3152 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Expeditionary Learning Middle School?
174 students attend Expeditionary Learning Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Expeditionary Learning Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Expeditionary Learning Middle School?
Expeditionary Learning Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Expeditionary Learning Middle School offer ?
Expeditionary Learning Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Expeditionary Learning Middle School part of?
Expeditionary Learning Middle School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Expeditionary Learning Middle School located?
Expeditionary Learning Middle School is located in the Valley neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Valley.
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