Below Average
#4247 of 4,742 schools in NY
John E Joy Elementary School
Elementary School · ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
8194 BIELBY RD, Rome, NY 13440
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,247 of 4,742
In Rome
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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John E Joy Elementary School
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About John E Joy Elementary School
John E Joy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rome, NY, part of ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. John E Joy Elementary School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. John E Joy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,247 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John E Joy Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at John E Joy 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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John E Joy Elementary School — Students at John E Joy Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.6%
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: 4.0/10.
How John E Joy Elementary School Compares
See how John E Joy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8194 BIELBY RD, Rome, NY 13440
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John E Joy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTMORELAND UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Westmoreland), which scores notably higher. Another option is DEFOREST A HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Westmoreland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIDGE MILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rome, see our Rome schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,497
Median Home Value
$155,800
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
41,273
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John E Joy Elementary School
What grades does John E Joy Elementary School serve?
John E Joy Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John E Joy Elementary School?
John E Joy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John E Joy Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John E Joy Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John E Joy Elementary School rank in NY?
John E Joy Elementary School ranks #4,247 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John E Joy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John E Joy 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 John E Joy Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John E Joy Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John E Joy Elementary School a charter school?
No, John E Joy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John E Joy Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John E Joy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John E Joy Elementary School?
45.6% of students at John E Joy 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Oneida County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (315) 334-1261
Resources & Links
District
ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,279
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,381
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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