Serving 172 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 52%). 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 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Expeditionary Learning Middle School covers the entire school district in Syracuse, NY, encompassing approximately 25.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Expeditionary Learning Middle School's student population of 172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
172 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Expeditionary Learning Middle 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 Expeditionary Learning Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#3388 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Expeditionary Learning Middle School's ranking?
Expeditionary Learning Middle School is ranked #3388 out of 4,346 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 52% 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?
172 students attend Expeditionary Learning Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Expeditionary Learning Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 7:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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