For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,838 students in 13212, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 507 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 13212, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 13212, NY are North Syracuse Junior High School, Karl W Saile Bear Road Elementary School and Allen Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 13212 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 13212, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 13212, NY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Syracuse Junior High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5353 W Taft Rd
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-3600
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-3600
Gr: 8-9 | 1,186 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Karl W Saile Bear Road Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5590 Bear Rd
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2400
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2400
Gr: K-4 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Allen Road Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
803 Allen Rd
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2300
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2300
Gr: K-4 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Smith Road Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5959 Smith Rd
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2800
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2800
Gr: K-4 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
205 S Main St
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2200
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2200
Gr: PK | 236 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 13212, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in 13212, NY include North Syracuse Junior High School, Karl W Saile Bear Road Elementary School and Allen Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 13212?
5 public schools are located in 13212.
What percentage of students in 13212 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 13212 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 13212?
13212 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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