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L Pearl Palmer Elementary School

Elementary School · BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

7864 HICKS RD, Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,642 of 4,742

In Baldwinsville

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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L Pearl Palmer Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Baldwinsville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About L Pearl Palmer Elementary School

L Pearl Palmer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Baldwinsville, NY, part of BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. L Pearl Palmer Elementary School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. L Pearl Palmer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,642 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for L Pearl Palmer Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

L Pearl Palmer Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.8 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,847
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

L Pearl Palmer Elementary School — Students at L Pearl Palmer Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (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
93%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
43.3%
ELA
51.8%
2022
Math
56.1%
ELA
54.1%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How L Pearl Palmer Elementary School Compares

See how L Pearl Palmer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in NY
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

Location

7864 HICKS RD, Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering L Pearl Palmer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ELMCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Liverpool), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST MARY'S ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Baldwinsville, see our Baldwinsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CATHERINE M MCNAMARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 2.1 mi 4.2
MAE E REYNOLDS SCHOOL Baldwinsville 2.3 mi 4.7
ELMCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 2.4 mi 5.8
DONALD S RAY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 2.4 mi 5.0
WILLOW FIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 2.8 mi 4.6
LONG BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 2.7 mi 4.7
ST MARY'S ACADEMY Baldwinsville 2.7 mi 5.7
WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baldwinsville 2.9 mi 6.2
SOULE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 3.0 mi 5.5
SOULE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Liverpool 3.1 mi 6.2
CHARLES W BAKER HIGH SCHOOL Baldwinsville 3.0 mi 7.2
THEODORE R DURGEE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwinsville 3.1 mi 4.5
HARRY E ELDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 3.2 mi 4.2
LIVERPOOL HIGH SCHOOL Liverpool 3.1 mi 6.8
SOLVAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 4.2 mi 3.8
MORGAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 3.3 mi 5.6
MORGAN ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Liverpool 3.3 mi 6.9
VAN BUREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville 3.4 mi 4.6
LIVERPOOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool 4.0 mi 5.4
LIVERPOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL Liverpool 4.1 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,369

Median Home Value

$226,500

Median Rent

$1,258/mo

Population

35,233

College Educated

44.6%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about L Pearl Palmer Elementary School

What grades does L Pearl Palmer Elementary School serve?

L Pearl Palmer Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend L Pearl Palmer Elementary School?

L Pearl Palmer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at L Pearl Palmer Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at L Pearl Palmer 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 L Pearl Palmer Elementary School rank in NY?

L Pearl Palmer Elementary School ranks #2,642 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is L Pearl Palmer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

L Pearl Palmer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 L Pearl Palmer Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, L Pearl Palmer Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is L Pearl Palmer Elementary School a charter school?

No, L Pearl Palmer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is L Pearl Palmer Elementary School a Title I school?

No, L Pearl Palmer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L Pearl Palmer Elementary School?

18.7% of students at L Pearl Palmer 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

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