Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Syracuse 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Syracuse Elementary School's student population of 355 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Motto
Prepare students for their futures by engaging all learners in inclusive and equitable student-centered learning communities.
School Rankings
East Syracuse 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 East Syracuse Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3966 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
16%
16%
White
66%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Syracuse Elementary School's ranking?
East Syracuse Elementary School is ranked #3966 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend East Syracuse Elementary School?
355 students attend East Syracuse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of East Syracuse Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Syracuse Elementary School?
East Syracuse Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Syracuse Elementary School offer ?
East Syracuse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Syracuse Elementary School part of?
East Syracuse Elementary School is part of East Syracuse Minoa Central School District.
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