Below Average
#3930 of 4,742 schools in NY
Minoa Elementary School
Elementary School · EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
501 N MAIN ST, Minoa, NY 13116
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,930 of 4,742
In district
#5 of 7
EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Minoa Elementary School
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About Minoa Elementary School
Minoa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Minoa, NY, part of EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Minoa Elementary School serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Minoa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,930 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Minoa Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Minoa Elementary School — Students at Minoa Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.8%
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: 3.8/10.
How Minoa Elementary School Compares
See how Minoa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 N MAIN ST, Minoa, NY 13116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minoa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAYETTEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ENDERS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Manlius), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minoa, see our Minoa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,125
Median Home Value
$170,300
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
3,657
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
79.8%
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minoa Elementary School
What grades does Minoa Elementary School serve?
Minoa Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Minoa Elementary School?
Minoa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minoa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Minoa Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minoa Elementary School rank in NY?
Minoa Elementary School ranks #3,930 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Minoa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Minoa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Minoa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Minoa Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Minoa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Minoa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minoa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Minoa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minoa Elementary School?
40.8% of students at Minoa 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (315) 434-3420
Resources & Links
District
EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,477
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,123
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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