Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meachem 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meachem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meachem Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission is to empower learners with engaging holistic experiences that will prepare them for global success.
School Rankings
Meachem 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 Meachem Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#4281 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
58%
16%
White
16%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Meachem Elementary School's ranking?
Meachem Elementary School is ranked #4281 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Meachem Elementary School often compared to?
Meachem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley-brighton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Meachem Elementary School?
340 students attend Meachem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Meachem Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meachem Elementary School?
Meachem Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Meachem Elementary School offer ?
Meachem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meachem Elementary School part of?
Meachem Elementary School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Meachem Elementary School located?
Meachem Elementary School is located in the Valley neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Valley.
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