Serving 237 students in grades 2-3, Seneca Street 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seneca Street School serves the southeastern part of Oneida, NY, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seneca Street School's student population of 237 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate, inspire, and empower students.
School Rankings
Seneca Street 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 Seneca Street School is 0.25, 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
#2725 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Street School's ranking?
Seneca Street School is ranked #2725 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Seneca Street School often compared to?
Seneca Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E A Mcallister Elementary School, W F Prior Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Seneca Street School?
237 students attend Seneca Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Seneca Street School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Street School?
Seneca Street School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seneca Street School offer ?
Seneca Street School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca Street School part of?
Seneca Street School is part of Oneida City School District.
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