North Syracuse Central School District
School District · North Syracuse, New York
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
11
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,717
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
11
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,717
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
How this district compares
New York rank
#455 of 615
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below New York avg
Per-pupil spending
$24,717
$3,063 vs New York median
District size
7,990 students
Much larger than New York median
About North Syracuse Central School District
North Syracuse Central School District is a North Syracuse, New York school district serving 11 schools. The district educates 7,990 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1. The district invests $24,717 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, North Syracuse Central School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Smith Road Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.0/10.
In standardized testing, North Syracuse Central School District students show an average math proficiency of 38.5% and ELA proficiency of 49.9%.
The district includes 6 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in North Syracuse Central School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in North Syracuse Central School District with test data.
Schools in North Syracuse Central School District
11 schools Elementary Schools 6
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New York
- City
- North Syracuse
- Total Enrollment
- 7,990
- Teachers (FTE)
- 651
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in North Syracuse Central School District?
North Syracuse Central School District has 11 schools in total — 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for North Syracuse Central School District?
The average composite rating for North Syracuse Central School District is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in North Syracuse Central School District?
North Syracuse Central School District spends $24,717 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Syracuse Central School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in North Syracuse Central School District is 12.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in North Syracuse Central School District?
Smith Road Elementary School is the highest-rated school in North Syracuse Central School District with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What are the test scores in North Syracuse Central School District?
Across schools in North Syracuse Central School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 49.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does North Syracuse Central School District compare to other districts in New York?
North Syracuse Central School District has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 11 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New York by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 38.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 49.9%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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