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#3593 of 4,742 schools in NY
Brighton Academy
Middle School · SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
309 W BRIGHTON AVE, Syracuse, NY 13205
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,593 of 4,742
In Syracuse
#18 of 44
public schools
In district
#13 of 30
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Brighton Academy
Middle School in Syracuse · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brighton Academy
Brighton Academy is a public middle school in Syracuse, NY, part of SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Brighton Academy serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brighton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,593 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brighton Academy show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Brighton Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
46% of students at Brighton Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brighton Academy — Students at Brighton Academy score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Brighton Academy Compares
See how Brighton Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
309 W BRIGHTON AVE, Syracuse, NY 13205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brighton Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT (rated 5.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CLARY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 2.9/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,171
Median Home Value
$96,300
Median Rent
$898/mo
Population
18,562
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
46.6%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
26.9%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brighton Academy
What grades does Brighton Academy serve?
Brighton Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Brighton Academy?
Brighton Academy has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brighton Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Brighton Academy is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brighton Academy rank in NY?
Brighton Academy ranks #3,593 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brighton Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Brighton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brighton Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brighton Academy has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Brighton Academy a charter school?
No, Brighton Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brighton Academy a Title I school?
No, Brighton Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brighton Academy?
98.0% of students at Brighton Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (315) 435-4535
Resources & Links
District
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 18,072
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,163
- District Rank
- #13 of 30
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