Needs Improvement
#4658 of 4,742 schools in NY
Clary Middle School
Middle School · SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
100 AMIDON DR, Syracuse, NY 13205
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
2.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
2.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,658 of 4,742
In Syracuse
#39 of 44
public schools
In district
#27 of 30
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Clary Middle School
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About Clary Middle School
Clary Middle School is a public middle school in Syracuse, NY, part of SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Clary Middle School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Clary Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,658 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Clary Middle School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Clary Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
56% of students at Clary Middle 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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Clary Middle School — Students at Clary Middle School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 2.5/10.
How Clary Middle School Compares
See how Clary Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 AMIDON DR, Syracuse, NY 13205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clary Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ONONDAGA HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIGHTON ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 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 Clary Middle School
What grades does Clary Middle School serve?
Clary Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Clary Middle School?
Clary Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clary Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clary Middle School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clary Middle School rank in NY?
Clary Middle School ranks #4,658 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Clary Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clary Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Clary Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clary Middle School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Clary Middle School a charter school?
No, Clary Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clary Middle School a Title I school?
No, Clary Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clary Middle School?
89.0% of students at Clary Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.9%
- Phone
- (315) 435-4411
Resources & Links
District
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 18,072
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,163
- District Rank
- #27 of 30
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