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#4251 of 4,742 schools in NY

Frazer K-8 School

Elementary School · SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

741 PARK AVE, Syracuse, NY 13204

Enrollment

787

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,251 of 4,742

In Syracuse

#30 of 44

public schools

In district

#21 of 30

SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Frazer K-8 School

4.0/10

Elementary School in Syracuse · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Frazer K-8 School

Frazer K-8 School is a public elementary school in Syracuse, NY, part of SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Frazer K-8 School serves approximately 787 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Frazer K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,251 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Frazer K-8 School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

65% of students at Frazer K-8 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 Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-47 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-44.8 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,163
Chronic Absenteeism64.7%

Frazer K-8 School — Students at Frazer K-8 School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 11.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.8% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 15.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 40 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
61%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
29%
ELA
24%
2011
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2012
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
9%
ELA
7%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
9%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
8%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
3.1%
ELA
13.9%
2022
Math
6.5%
ELA
16.1%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Frazer K-8 School Compares

See how Frazer K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
10th percentile in NY
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
71 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.7%

Location

741 PARK AVE, Syracuse, NY 13204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frazer K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHEDRAL ACADEMY AT POMPEI (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.6 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
SYRACUSE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse 0.3 mi 6.8
PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FOWLER Syracuse 0.5 mi 6.1
SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT Syracuse 0.6 mi 5.2
DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse 0.9 mi 4.4
PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 0.7 mi 4.9
SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Syracuse 1.0 mi 3.8
MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.3 mi 6.8
ONTECH CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse 1.0 mi 2.6
PARKVIEW JR ACADEMY Syracuse 1.1 mi 6.2
BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.4 mi 3.7
IHSAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Syracuse 1.4 mi 7.7
CATHEDRAL ACADEMY AT POMPEI Syracuse 1.3 mi 7.0
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AT SYRACUSE CENTRAL Syracuse 1.4 mi 9.4
ONONDAGA CNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT Albany 1.4 mi
FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.6 mi 5.2
ROBERTS K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse 2.2 mi 2.6
STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.9 mi 5.1
GRANT MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 2.0 mi 5.3
CORCORAN HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse 2.4 mi 6.1
HUTCHINGS CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES Syracuse 1.8 mi

Neighborhood 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 Frazer K-8 School

What grades does Frazer K-8 School serve?

Frazer K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Frazer K-8 School?

Frazer K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 787 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frazer K-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frazer K-8 School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frazer K-8 School rank in NY?

Frazer K-8 School ranks #4,251 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Frazer K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frazer K-8 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 Frazer K-8 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frazer K-8 School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Frazer K-8 School a charter school?

No, Frazer K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frazer K-8 School a Title I school?

No, Frazer K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frazer K-8 School?

93.6% of students at Frazer K-8 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
787
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
71
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.7%

District

SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
18,072
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,163
District Rank
#21 of 30

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