Serving 503 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Roscoe Conkling Elementary 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 27% (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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roscoe Conkling Elementary School serves a central area in Utica, NY, covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located just half a mile away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roscoe Conkling Elementary School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roscoe Conkling Elementary 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 Roscoe Conkling Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#3920 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
33%
10%
Hispanic
24%
31%
Black
17%
15%
White
20%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
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 Roscoe Conkling Elementary School's ranking?
Roscoe Conkling Elementary School is ranked #3920 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?
27% 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 Roscoe Conkling Elementary School?
503 students attend Roscoe Conkling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Roscoe Conkling Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roscoe Conkling Elementary School?
Roscoe Conkling Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roscoe Conkling Elementary School offer ?
Roscoe Conkling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roscoe Conkling Elementary School part of?
Roscoe Conkling Elementary School is part of Utica City School District.
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