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Donald S Ray School

Middle School · BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

7650 VAN BUREN RD, Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Enrollment

835

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,559 of 4,742

In Baldwinsville

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Donald S Ray School

5.0/10

Middle School in Baldwinsville · grades 6th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Donald S Ray School

Donald S Ray School is a public middle school in Baldwinsville, NY, part of BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Donald S Ray School serves approximately 835 students, and covers grades 6th-7th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Donald S Ray School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,559 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Donald S Ray School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.8 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment6.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,847
Chronic Absenteeism18.2%

Donald S Ray School — Students at Donald S Ray School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.2% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
56.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
94%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
31.7%
ELA
50.7%
2022
Math
40.1%
ELA
56.1%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Donald S Ray School Compares

See how Donald S Ray School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in NY
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

Location

7650 VAN BUREN RD, Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Donald S Ray School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOULE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Liverpool), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMILLUS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Camillus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EMERSON J DILLON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Baldwinsville, see our Baldwinsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MAE E REYNOLDS SCHOOL Baldwinsville 0.7 mi 4.7
ST MARY'S ACADEMY Baldwinsville 0.9 mi 5.7
WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baldwinsville 1.5 mi 6.2
VAN BUREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 1.4 mi 4.6
CHARLES W BAKER HIGH SCHOOL Baldwinsville 1.7 mi 7.2
CATHERINE M MCNAMARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 1.6 mi 4.2
HARRY E ELDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 1.9 mi 4.2
THEODORE R DURGEE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwinsville 2.0 mi 4.5
L PEARL PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 2.4 mi 6.0
MATER DEI ACADEMY Warners 4.0 mi 6.3
ELMCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 4.3 mi 5.8
SOLVAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 4.9 mi 3.8
WILLOW FIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 5.0 mi 4.6
LONG BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 4.6 mi 4.7
JOHN C BIRDLEBOUGH HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix 6.6 mi 7.4
MICHAEL A MAROUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix 6.7 mi 3.6
EMERSON J DILLON MIDDLE SCHOOL Phoenix 6.9 mi 5.6
CAMILLUS MIDDLE SCHOOL Camillus 7.0 mi 6.1
SOULE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 5.4 mi 5.5
SOULE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Liverpool 5.4 mi 6.2

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 Donald S Ray School

What grades does Donald S Ray School serve?

Donald S Ray School serves students in grades 6th through 7th.

How many students attend Donald S Ray School?

Donald S Ray School has an enrollment of approximately 835 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Donald S Ray School?

The student-teacher ratio at Donald S Ray School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Donald S Ray School rank in NY?

Donald S Ray School ranks #3,559 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Donald S Ray School's MySchoolScout rating?

Donald S Ray School 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 Donald S Ray School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Donald S Ray School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Donald S Ray School a charter school?

No, Donald S Ray School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Donald S Ray School a Title I school?

No, Donald S Ray School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donald S Ray School?

31.0% of students at Donald S Ray 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 7th
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

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