Below Average
#4236 of 4,742 schools in NY
Donlin Drive Elementary School
Elementary School · LIVERPOOL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
299 DONLIN DR, Liverpool, NY 13088
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,236 of 4,742
In Liverpool
#13 of 13
public schools
In district
#13 of 13
LIVERPOOL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Donlin Drive Elementary School
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About Donlin Drive Elementary School
Donlin Drive Elementary School is a public elementary school in Liverpool, NY, part of LIVERPOOL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Donlin Drive Elementary School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Donlin Drive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,236 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Donlin Drive Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Donlin Drive 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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Donlin Drive Elementary School — Students at Donlin Drive Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
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: 3.3/10.
How Donlin Drive Elementary School Compares
See how Donlin Drive Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
299 DONLIN DR, Liverpool, NY 13088
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donlin Drive Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORGAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEMOYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Syracuse), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIVERPOOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liverpool, see our Liverpool schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13088 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,814
Median Home Value
$166,500
Median Rent
$1,104/mo
Population
21,875
College Educated
34.8%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
43.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Donlin Drive Elementary School
What grades does Donlin Drive Elementary School serve?
Donlin Drive Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Donlin Drive Elementary School?
Donlin Drive Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donlin Drive Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Donlin Drive Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donlin Drive Elementary School rank in NY?
Donlin Drive Elementary School ranks #4,236 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Donlin Drive Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Donlin Drive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Donlin Drive Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Donlin Drive Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Donlin Drive Elementary School a charter school?
No, Donlin Drive Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donlin Drive Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Donlin Drive Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donlin Drive Elementary School?
49.7% of students at Donlin Drive 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (315) 453-0249
Resources & Links
District
LIVERPOOL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,750
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,412
- District Rank
- #13 of 13
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