Below Average
#4014 of 4,742 schools in NY
Delaware Primary School
Elementary School · SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
900 S GEDDES ST, Syracuse, NY 13204
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,014 of 4,742
In Syracuse
#24 of 44
public schools
In district
#17 of 30
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Delaware Primary School
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About Delaware Primary School
Delaware Primary School is a public elementary school in Syracuse, NY, part of SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Delaware Primary School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Delaware Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,014 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Delaware Primary School show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Delaware Primary School 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Delaware Primary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
89% of students at Delaware Primary 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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Delaware Primary School — Students at Delaware Primary School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 6.9/10.
How Delaware Primary School Compares
See how Delaware Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 S GEDDES ST, Syracuse, NY 13204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Delaware Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHEDRAL ACADEMY AT POMPEI (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,585
Median Home Value
$97,400
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
19,511
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
28.1%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
36.1%
Median Age
31.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delaware Primary School
What grades does Delaware Primary School serve?
Delaware Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Delaware Primary School?
Delaware Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Delaware Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Delaware Primary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Delaware Primary School rank in NY?
Delaware Primary School ranks #4,014 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Delaware Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Delaware Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Delaware Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Delaware Primary School has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Delaware Primary School a charter school?
No, Delaware Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Delaware Primary School a Title I school?
No, Delaware Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delaware Primary School?
95.9% of students at Delaware Primary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 88.9%
- Phone
- (315) 435-4540
Resources & Links
District
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 18,072
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,163
- District Rank
- #17 of 30
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