Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Solvay 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Solvay Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Syracuse, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take around 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Solvay Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
We develop confident, continual learners who are caring community members.
School Rankings
Solvay 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 Solvay Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#3140 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)
25-29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solvay Elementary School's ranking?
Solvay Elementary School is ranked #3140 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Solvay Elementary School often compared to?
Solvay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A A Gates Elementary School, Elbridge 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Solvay Elementary School?
436 students attend Solvay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Solvay Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Solvay Elementary School?
Solvay Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Solvay Elementary School offer ?
Solvay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Solvay Elementary School part of?
Solvay Elementary School is part of Solvay Union Free School District.
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