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#4118 of 4,742 schools in NY

Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School

Elementary School · BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

7344 O'BRIEN RD, Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Enrollment

507

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,118 of 4,742

In Baldwinsville

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School

4.2/10

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About Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School

Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School is a public elementary school in Baldwinsville, NY, part of BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,118 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.5 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,847
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School — Students at Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
52.3%
2022
Math
50.2%
ELA
45.4%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School Compares

See how Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
13th percentile in NY
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

Location

7344 O'BRIEN RD, Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is L PEARL PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STONEHEDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Camillus), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baldwinsville, see our Baldwinsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MAE E REYNOLDS SCHOOL Baldwinsville 0.9 mi 4.7
DONALD S RAY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 1.6 mi 5.0
L PEARL PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 2.1 mi 6.0
ST MARY'S ACADEMY Baldwinsville 2.4 mi 5.7
WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baldwinsville 3.0 mi 6.2
MATER DEI ACADEMY Warners 3.2 mi 6.3
CHARLES W BAKER HIGH SCHOOL Baldwinsville 3.1 mi 7.2
VAN BUREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 3.0 mi 4.6
THEODORE R DURGEE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwinsville 3.4 mi 4.5
HARRY E ELDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 3.4 mi 4.2
SOLVAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 3.4 mi 3.8
ELMCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 3.1 mi 5.8
LONG BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 3.4 mi 4.7
WILLOW FIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 4.9 mi 4.6
LIVERPOOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 4.2 mi 5.4
STONEHEDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Camillus 5.6 mi 6.0
LIVERPOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL Liverpool 4.3 mi 5.7
WEST GENESEE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Camillus 5.8 mi 6.9
LIVERPOOL HIGH SCHOOL Liverpool 4.5 mi 6.8
SOULE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 5.0 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,369

Median Home Value

$226,500

Median Rent

$1,258/mo

Population

35,233

College Educated

44.6%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School

What grades does Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School serve?

Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School?

Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School rank in NY?

Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School ranks #4,118 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School a charter school?

No, Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School?

27.6% of students at Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,496
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,847
District Rank
#7 of 8

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