Serving 1,126 students in grades 9-12, Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher 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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FOWLER encompasses the entirety of its school district in Syracuse, NY, covering approximately 25.6 square miles. This area is typically just a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler's student population of 1,126 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,126 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Rankings
Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler 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 Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler is 0.67, which is less 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
#3049 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
19%
31%
Black
52%
15%
White
16%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
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 Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler's ranking?
Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler is ranked #3049 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler?
The graduation rate of Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler is 70%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler?
1,126 students attend Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler?
Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler offer ?
Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler part of?
Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler located?
Public Service Leadership Academy At Fowler is located in the Westside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside.
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