Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Roberts 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roberts K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Roberts K-8 School's student population of 621 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roberts 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 Roberts K-8 School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4276 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
54%
16%
White
19%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
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 is Roberts K-8 School's ranking?
Roberts K-8 School is ranked #4276 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Roberts K-8 School?
621 students attend Roberts K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Roberts K-8 School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roberts K-8 School?
Roberts K-8 School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roberts K-8 School offer ?
Roberts K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roberts K-8 School part of?
Roberts K-8 School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Roberts K-8 School located?
Roberts K-8 School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2017
my daughter has been going there since prek amazing school
5 12/3/2013
As grandparents of a K-8 graduate and a beginning middle schooler (6th gr.) we feel, for our experience there, at assemblies, graduation and family education there, that it is one of the best run schools in the district; and more impressive because it is K-8! Janet Kimatian is a principal that knows how to run a school, keep order and teach ALL the children there to be RESPECTFUL. Kudos to her and keep her there as long as she wants to be there. I worked at a city school and I see the difference
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