Needs Improvement
#4687 of 4,742 schools in NY
Mckinley-brighton Elementary School
Elementary School · SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
141 W NEWELL ST, Syracuse, NY 13205
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,687 of 4,742
In Syracuse
#40 of 44
public schools
In district
#28 of 30
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Mckinley-brighton Elementary School
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About Mckinley-brighton Elementary School
Mckinley-brighton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Syracuse, NY, part of SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mckinley-brighton Elementary School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley-brighton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,687 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Mckinley-brighton Elementary School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
76% of students at Mckinley-brighton 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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Mckinley-brighton Elementary School — Students at Mckinley-brighton Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 2.8/10.
How Mckinley-brighton Elementary School Compares
See how Mckinley-brighton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
141 W NEWELL ST, Syracuse, NY 13205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley-brighton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VAN DUYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIGHTON ACADEMY Syracuse | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| SYRACUSE LATIN SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| SOUTHSIDE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| VAN DUYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| FAITH HERITAGE SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF SYRACUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CLARY MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AT SYRACUSE CENTRAL Syracuse | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| ROBERTS K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| HUTCHINGS CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES Syracuse | 2.0 mi | — |
| SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Syracuse | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ONONDAGA CNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT Albany | 2.0 mi | — |
| CORCORAN HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MEACHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.1 mi | 2.4 |
| MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT Syracuse | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,171
Median Home Value
$96,300
Median Rent
$898/mo
Population
18,562
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
46.6%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
26.9%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 2.7 |
| DR MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 2.7 |
| OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Howard Beach, NY | 2.7 |
| PAIGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 2.7 |
| PARK TERRACE SCHOOL Gloversville, NY | 2.7 |
| PS 31 WILLIAM T DAVIS Staten Island, NY | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckinley-brighton Elementary School
What grades does Mckinley-brighton Elementary School serve?
Mckinley-brighton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mckinley-brighton Elementary School?
Mckinley-brighton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley-brighton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley-brighton Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mckinley-brighton Elementary School rank in NY?
Mckinley-brighton Elementary School ranks #4,687 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mckinley-brighton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley-brighton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Mckinley-brighton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley-brighton Elementary School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mckinley-brighton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mckinley-brighton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mckinley-brighton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mckinley-brighton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckinley-brighton Elementary School?
93.1% of students at Mckinley-brighton 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.9%
- Phone
- (315) 435-4605
Resources & Links
District
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 18,072
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,163
- District Rank
- #28 of 30
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