Serving 993 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter 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 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School's student population of 993 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
993 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter 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 Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is 0.62, 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
#3617 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
57%
15%
White
16%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Atoms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School's ranking?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is ranked #3617 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School often compared to?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westhill High School, West Genesee Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School?
The graduation rate of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School?
993 students attend Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School offer ?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School part of?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is part of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School located?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside.
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