Below Average
#3676 of 4,742 schools in NY
Porter Elementary School
Elementary School · SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
512 EMERSON AVE, Syracuse, NY 13204
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,676 of 4,742
In Syracuse
#20 of 44
public schools
In district
#14 of 30
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Porter Elementary School
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About Porter Elementary School
Porter Elementary School is a public elementary school in Syracuse, NY, part of SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Porter Elementary School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Porter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,676 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Porter Elementary School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Porter Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
67% of students at Porter 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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Porter Elementary School — Students at Porter Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
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: 6.5/10.
How Porter Elementary School Compares
See how Porter Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
512 EMERSON AVE, Syracuse, NY 13204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Porter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHEDRAL ACADEMY AT POMPEI (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALBERTA PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ONTECH CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.3 mi | 2.6 |
| SYRACUSE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PARKVIEW JR ACADEMY Syracuse | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| FRAZER K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FOWLER Syracuse | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| SOLVAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Solvay | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT Syracuse | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BISHOP LUDDEN JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL Solvay | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Syracuse | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| IHSAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ROBERTS K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.5 mi | 2.6 |
| WALBERTA PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CATHEDRAL ACADEMY AT POMPEI Syracuse | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CORCORAN HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,585
Median Home Value
$97,400
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
19,511
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
28.1%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
36.1%
Median Age
31.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Syracuse, NY | 4.9 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 4.9 |
| BGLIG-SHIRLEY RODRIGUEZ-REMENESKI CS Bronx, NY | 4.9 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy, NY | 4.9 |
| CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chester, NY | 4.9 |
| FE SMITH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cortland, NY | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Porter Elementary School
What grades does Porter Elementary School serve?
Porter Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Porter Elementary School?
Porter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Porter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Porter Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Porter Elementary School rank in NY?
Porter Elementary School ranks #3,676 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Porter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Porter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Porter Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Porter Elementary School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Porter Elementary School a charter school?
No, Porter Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Porter Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Porter Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Porter Elementary School?
90.4% of students at Porter 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
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.8%
- Phone
- (315) 435-4625
Resources & Links
District
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 18,072
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,163
- District Rank
- #14 of 30
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