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Gillette Road Middle School

Middle School · NORTH SYRACUSE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

6150 S BAY RD, Cicero, NY 13039

Enrollment

1,025

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

5th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,351 of 4,742

In Cicero

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 11

NORTH SYRACUSE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Gillette Road Middle School

6.3/10

Middle School in Cicero · grades 5th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cicero-north Syracuse High School

7.5/10

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6.2/10

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About Gillette Road Middle School

Gillette Road Middle School is a public middle school in Cicero, NY, part of NORTH SYRACUSE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Gillette Road Middle School serves approximately 1,025 students, and covers grades 5th-7th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Gillette Road Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,351 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Gillette Road Middle School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,717
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Gillette Road Middle School — Students at Gillette Road Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.2% (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
93%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
43.8%
ELA
53.3%
2022
Math
47.6%
ELA
48.2%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Gillette Road Middle School Compares

See how Gillette Road Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in NY
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Location

6150 S BAY RD, Cicero, NY 13039

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gillette Road Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CICERO-NORTH SYRACUSE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CICERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BISHOP GRIMES JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby East Syracuse), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cicero, see our Cicero schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CICERO-NORTH SYRACUSE HIGH SCHOOL Cicero 1.0 mi 7.5
CICERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cicero 1.3 mi 6.2
SMITH ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Syracuse 1.7 mi 4.6
KARL W SAILE BEAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Syracuse 2.1 mi 3.9
MAIN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Syracuse 2.5 mi 3.9
ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL N. Syr 2.7 mi 5.0
LITTLE LAMB CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Syracuse 2.8 mi
ONONDAGA-CORTLAND-MADISON BOCES Syracuse 4.0 mi 5.0
NORTH SYRACUSE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL North Syracuse 3.4 mi 4.1
ALLEN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Syracuse 3.6 mi 4.9
LAKESHORE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cicero 3.9 mi 4.7
ROXBORO ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 4.8 mi 4.0
ROXBORO ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 4.9 mi 4.0
BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square 5.3 mi 6.0
LYNCOURT SCHOOL Syracuse 5.5 mi 4.8
PARK HILL SCHOOL East Syracuse 6.0 mi 3.1
BISHOP GRIMES JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse 6.0 mi 6.2
DONLIN DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 5.0 mi 4.0
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Syracuse 6.3 mi 6.1
EAST SYRACUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse 6.4 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,694

Median Home Value

$228,800

Median Rent

$1,055/mo

Population

17,184

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

84.2%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gillette Road Middle School

What grades does Gillette Road Middle School serve?

Gillette Road Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 7th.

How many students attend Gillette Road Middle School?

Gillette Road Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,025 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gillette Road Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gillette Road Middle School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gillette Road Middle School rank in NY?

Gillette Road Middle School ranks #2,351 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Gillette Road Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gillette Road Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Gillette Road Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gillette Road Middle School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gillette Road Middle School a charter school?

No, Gillette Road Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gillette Road Middle School a Title I school?

No, Gillette Road Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gillette Road Middle School?

35.7% of students at Gillette Road Middle 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 7th
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
83
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

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