Serving 934 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Huntington K-8 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 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 934 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Huntington K-8 School serves the northeast part of Syracuse, NY, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huntington K-8 School's student population of 934 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
934 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Huntington K-8 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 Huntington K-8 School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4009 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
42%
15%
White
26%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
55%
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 Huntington K-8 School's ranking?
Huntington K-8 School is ranked #4009 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Huntington K-8 School?
934 students attend Huntington K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Huntington K-8 School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huntington K-8 School?
Huntington K-8 School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Huntington K-8 School offer ?
Huntington K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Huntington K-8 School part of?
Huntington K-8 School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Huntington K-8 School located?
Huntington K-8 School is located in the Eastwood neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastwood.
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