Serving 240 students in grades 3-6, Wheeler Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheeler Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Nedrow, NY, encompassing approximately 34 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a typical 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheeler Elementary School's student population of 240 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wheeler Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeler Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#2143 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-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 Wheeler Elementary School's ranking?
Wheeler Elementary School is ranked #2143 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Wheeler Elementary School?
240 students attend Wheeler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Wheeler Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeler Elementary School?
Wheeler Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wheeler Elementary School offer ?
Wheeler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wheeler Elementary School part of?
Wheeler Elementary School is part of Onondaga Central School District.
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