Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Moses Dewitt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moses Dewitt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Moses Dewitt Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Moses Dewitt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moses Dewitt Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1190 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Moses Dewitt Elementary School's ranking?
Moses Dewitt Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Moses Dewitt Elementary School often compared to?
Moses Dewitt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tecumseh Elementary School, Jamesville Elementary School, Lyncourt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Moses Dewitt Elementary School?
246 students attend Moses Dewitt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Moses Dewitt Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moses Dewitt Elementary School?
Moses Dewitt Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Moses Dewitt Elementary School offer ?
Moses Dewitt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moses Dewitt Elementary School part of?
Moses Dewitt Elementary School is part of Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Moses Dewitt Elementary School located?
Moses Dewitt Elementary School is located in the Dewittshire neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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