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Onondaga Hill Middle School

Middle School · WESTHILL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

4860 ONONDAGA RD, Syracuse, NY 13215

Enrollment

563

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,842 of 4,742

In Syracuse

#9 of 44

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

WESTHILL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Onondaga Hill Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Syracuse · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Onondaga Hill Middle School

Onondaga Hill Middle School is a public middle school in Syracuse, NY, part of WESTHILL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Onondaga Hill Middle School serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Onondaga Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,842 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Onondaga Hill Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,322
Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Onondaga Hill Middle School — Students at Onondaga Hill Middle School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
35.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
94%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
35.8%
ELA
60.2%
2022
Math
46.9%
ELA
51.4%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Onondaga Hill Middle School Compares

See how Onondaga Hill Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in NY
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

Location

4860 ONONDAGA RD, Syracuse, NY 13215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Onondaga Hill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT (rated 5.2/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BRIGHTON ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CORCORAN HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse 0.8 mi 6.1
ROBERTS K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse 0.9 mi 2.6
CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF SYRACUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse 1.3 mi 2.2
BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.7 mi 3.7
SOUTHSIDE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse 1.4 mi 3.2
MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.8 mi 6.8
VAN DUYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.4 mi 5.4
WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse 1.9 mi 8.2
DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse 2.2 mi 4.4
BRIGHTON ACADEMY Syracuse 1.8 mi 5.0
FAITH HERITAGE SCHOOL Syracuse 1.7 mi 6.8
PARKVIEW JR ACADEMY Syracuse 2.4 mi 6.2
EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 1.9 mi 7.0
CLARY MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 1.9 mi 2.9
PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FOWLER Syracuse 2.6 mi 6.1
BISHOP LUDDEN JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse 2.3 mi 6.4
MCKINLEY-BRIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 2.0 mi 2.7
MEACHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 2.3 mi 2.4
SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT Syracuse 2.7 mi 5.2
SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Syracuse 2.7 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,328

Median Home Value

$272,500

Median Rent

$1,254/mo

Population

14,599

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Onondaga Hill Middle School

What grades does Onondaga Hill Middle School serve?

Onondaga Hill Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Onondaga Hill Middle School?

Onondaga Hill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Onondaga Hill Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Onondaga Hill Middle School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Onondaga Hill Middle School rank in NY?

Onondaga Hill Middle School ranks #2,842 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Onondaga Hill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Onondaga Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Onondaga Hill Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Onondaga Hill Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Onondaga Hill Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Onondaga Hill Middle School a Title I school?

No, Onondaga Hill Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Onondaga Hill Middle School?

30.4% of students at Onondaga Hill 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

District

WESTHILL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,747
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,322
District Rank
#2 of 4

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