Below Average
#3802 of 4,742 schools in NY
Charles E Riley Elementary School
Elementary School · OSWEGO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
269 E 8TH ST, Oswego, NY 13126
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,802 of 4,742
In Oswego
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
OSWEGO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Charles E Riley Elementary School
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About Charles E Riley Elementary School
Charles E Riley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oswego, NY, part of OSWEGO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Charles E Riley Elementary School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles E Riley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,802 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Charles E Riley Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Charles E Riley Elementary School 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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Charles E Riley Elementary School — Students at Charles E Riley Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.7/10.
How Charles E Riley Elementary School Compares
See how Charles E Riley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
269 E 8TH ST, Oswego, NY 13126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles E Riley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALERMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Fulton), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FITZHUGH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oswego, see our Oswego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FITZHUGH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| KINGSFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| OSWEGO COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oswego | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| OSWEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Oswego | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| OSWEGO HIGH SCHOOL Oswego | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| LEIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| MINETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minetto | 3.9 mi | 4.5 |
| GRANBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 8.7 mi | 3.7 |
| FAIRGRIEVE SCHOOL Fulton | 9.7 mi | 2.6 |
| VOLNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 9.5 mi | 3.7 |
| HANNIBAL HIGH SCHOOL Hannibal | 10.0 mi | 6.9 |
| G RAY BODLEY HIGH SCHOOL Fulton | 10.4 mi | 6.9 |
| FAIRLEY SCHOOL Hannibal | 10.3 mi | 4.3 |
| KENNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hannibal | 10.4 mi | 4.6 |
| FULTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fulton | 10.8 mi | 4.5 |
| J E LANIGAN SCHOOL Fulton | 10.8 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW HAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Haven | 8.9 mi | 4.4 |
| PALERMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 12.1 mi | 5.8 |
| OSWEGO BOCES Mexico | 11.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MEXICO MIDDLE SCHOOL Mexico | 12.5 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,590
Median Home Value
$134,600
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
36,199
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEEKMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Chazy, NY | 4.7 |
| CAMDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Camden, NY | 4.7 |
| D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion, NY | 4.7 |
| FRED W HILL SCHOOL Brockport, NY | 4.7 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 4.7 |
| KENT PRIMARY SCHOOL Carmel, NY | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles E Riley Elementary School
What grades does Charles E Riley Elementary School serve?
Charles E Riley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Charles E Riley Elementary School?
Charles E Riley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles E Riley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles E Riley Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles E Riley Elementary School rank in NY?
Charles E Riley Elementary School ranks #3,802 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Charles E Riley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles E Riley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Charles E Riley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles E Riley Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Charles E Riley Elementary School a charter school?
No, Charles E Riley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles E Riley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Charles E Riley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles E Riley Elementary School?
53.8% of students at Charles E Riley 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Oswego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.8%
- Phone
- (315) 341-2800
Resources & Links
District
OSWEGO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,566
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,216
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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