Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Seymour Dual Language Academy 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 2% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 2% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seymour Dual Language Academy serves the west part of Syracuse, NY, with an attendance area covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seymour Dual Language Academy's student population of 448 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Seymour Dual Language Academy 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 Seymour Dual Language Academy is 0.51, 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
#4346 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Hispanic
64%
31%
Black
28%
15%
White
6%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seymour Dual Language Academy's ranking?
Seymour Dual Language Academy is ranked #4346 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 2% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Seymour Dual Language Academy?
448 students attend Seymour Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Seymour Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seymour Dual Language Academy?
Seymour Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seymour Dual Language Academy offer ?
Seymour Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seymour Dual Language Academy part of?
Seymour Dual Language Academy is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Seymour Dual Language Academy located?
Seymour Dual Language Academy is located in the Westside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside.
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