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East Syracuse Elementary School

Elementary School · EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

230 KINNE ST, East Syracuse, NY 13057

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,540 of 4,742

In East Syracuse

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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East Syracuse Elementary School

3.4/10

Elementary School in East Syracuse · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East Syracuse Elementary School

East Syracuse Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Syracuse, NY, part of EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. East Syracuse Elementary School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. East Syracuse Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,540 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for East Syracuse Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at East Syracuse 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-26.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-47.1 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,123
Chronic Absenteeism33.8%

East Syracuse Elementary School — Students at East Syracuse Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
92%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
24.3%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
26.7%
ELA
13.8%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How East Syracuse Elementary School Compares

See how East Syracuse Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
4th percentile in NY
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

Location

230 KINNE ST, East Syracuse, NY 13057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Syracuse Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOSES DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Dewitt), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SYRACUSE (rated 7.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Syracuse), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Syracuse, see our East Syracuse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PARK HILL SCHOOL East Syracuse 0.4 mi 3.1
BISHOP GRIMES JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse 1.0 mi 6.2
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Syracuse 1.3 mi 6.1
HURLBUT W SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse 1.8 mi 4.3
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 2.3 mi 5.7
NOTTINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse 2.2 mi 6.4
HUNTINGTON K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse 1.8 mi 4.7
MOSES DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dewitt 2.5 mi 7.1
ONONDAGA-CORTLAND-MADISON BOCES Syracuse 2.5 mi 5.0
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamesville 2.8 mi 7.5
MANLIUS PEBBLE HILL SCHOOL Syracuse 2.9 mi 7.3
FREMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse 2.2 mi 5.3
HENNINGER HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse 2.3 mi 6.1
THE NEW SCHOOL Syracuse 3.1 mi 5.3
LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 2.5 mi 3.9
SALEM HYDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 2.5 mi 3.1
EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse 2.6 mi 7.7
PINE GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL East Syracuse 2.7 mi 5.9
WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse 2.7 mi 6.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SYRACUSE Syracuse 3.4 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,908

Median Home Value

$159,800

Median Rent

$990/mo

Population

14,476

College Educated

31.1%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Syracuse Elementary School

What grades does East Syracuse Elementary School serve?

East Syracuse Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend East Syracuse Elementary School?

East Syracuse Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Syracuse Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Syracuse Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Syracuse Elementary School rank in NY?

East Syracuse Elementary School ranks #4,540 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is East Syracuse Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Syracuse Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 East Syracuse Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Syracuse Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Syracuse Elementary School a charter school?

No, East Syracuse Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Syracuse Elementary School a Title I school?

No, East Syracuse Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Syracuse Elementary School?

70.1% of students at East Syracuse 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

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