Below Average
#4145 of 4,742 schools in NY
Dr Weeks Elementary School
Elementary School · SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
710 HAWLEY AVE, Syracuse, NY 13203
Enrollment
682
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
682
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,145 of 4,742
In Syracuse
#27 of 44
public schools
In district
#20 of 30
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Dr Weeks Elementary School
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About Dr Weeks Elementary School
Dr Weeks Elementary School is a public elementary school in Syracuse, NY, part of SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Dr Weeks Elementary School serves approximately 682 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Weeks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,145 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Weeks Elementary School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Dr Weeks 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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Dr Weeks Elementary School — Students at Dr Weeks Elementary School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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: 5.9/10.
How Dr Weeks Elementary School Compares
See how Dr Weeks Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
710 HAWLEY AVE, Syracuse, NY 13203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Weeks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHEDRAL ACADEMY AT POMPEI (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEMOYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HUTCHINGS CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES Syracuse | 0.7 mi | — |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| HENNINGER HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ONONDAGA CNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT Albany | 0.9 mi | — |
| SALEM HYDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| CATHEDRAL ACADEMY AT POMPEI Syracuse | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AT SYRACUSE CENTRAL Syracuse | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| HUNTINGTON K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| GRANT MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| IHSAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Syracuse | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Syracuse | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| LYNCOURT SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SYRACUSE LATIN SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| LEMOYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,526
Median Home Value
$148,700
Median Rent
$953/mo
Population
17,387
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
35.2%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
29.3%
Median Age
38
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| FRANK A SEDITA SCHOOL #30 Buffalo, NY | 4.2 |
| GREAT NECK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague, NY | 4.2 |
| GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook, NY | 4.2 |
| HARRY E ELDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville, NY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Weeks Elementary School
What grades does Dr Weeks Elementary School serve?
Dr Weeks Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dr Weeks Elementary School?
Dr Weeks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 682 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Weeks Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Weeks Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Weeks Elementary School rank in NY?
Dr Weeks Elementary School ranks #4,145 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Dr Weeks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Weeks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Dr Weeks Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Weeks Elementary School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dr Weeks Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dr Weeks Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Weeks Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dr Weeks Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr Weeks Elementary School?
92.1% of students at Dr Weeks 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 682
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.5%
- Phone
- (315) 435-4097
Resources & Links
District
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 18,072
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,163
- District Rank
- #20 of 30
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