Palmyra-macedon Primary School serves 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmyra-macedon Primary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palmyra-macedon Primary School is 0.15, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
40%
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
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 schools are Palmyra-macedon Primary School often compared to?
Palmyra-macedon Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmyra-macedon Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Palmyra-macedon Primary School?
454 students attend Palmyra-macedon Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Palmyra-macedon Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmyra-macedon Primary School?
Palmyra-macedon Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Palmyra-macedon Primary School offer ?
Palmyra-macedon Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palmyra-macedon Primary School part of?
Palmyra-macedon Primary School is part of Palmyra-Macedon Central School District.
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