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Roberts K-8 School

Elementary School · SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

715 GLENWOOD AVE, Syracuse, NY 13207

Enrollment

621

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

2.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,699 of 4,742

In Syracuse

#42 of 44

public schools

In district

#29 of 30

SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Roberts K-8 School

2.6/10

Elementary School in Syracuse · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roberts K-8 School

Roberts K-8 School is a public elementary school in Syracuse, NY, part of SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Roberts K-8 School serves approximately 621 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Roberts K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,699 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Roberts K-8 School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.1
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Roberts K-8 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-47.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-48.9 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,163
Chronic Absenteeism44.6%

Roberts K-8 School — Students at Roberts K-8 School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
44.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 23.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 39 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
75%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2013
Math
23%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
7.2%
ELA
19.3%
2022
Math
6.3%
ELA
12%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Roberts K-8 School Compares

See how Roberts K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.6/10
1th percentile in NY
Academic
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.6%

Location

715 GLENWOOD AVE, Syracuse, NY 13207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roberts K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VAN DUYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CORCORAN HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse 0.1 mi 6.1
BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 0.8 mi 3.7
CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF SYRACUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse 0.7 mi 2.2
MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Syracuse 0.9 mi 6.8
ONONDAGA HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 0.9 mi 5.8
SOUTHSIDE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse 1.0 mi 3.2
DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.4 mi 4.4
BRIGHTON ACADEMY Syracuse 1.1 mi 5.0
VAN DUYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.3 mi 5.4
PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FOWLER Syracuse 1.7 mi 6.1
SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Syracuse 1.7 mi 3.8
SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT Syracuse 1.8 mi 5.2
MCKINLEY-BRIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.4 mi 2.7
FAITH HERITAGE SCHOOL Syracuse 1.6 mi 6.8
PARKVIEW JR ACADEMY Syracuse 1.8 mi 6.2
STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse 1.8 mi 5.1
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AT SYRACUSE CENTRAL Syracuse 1.9 mi 9.4
FRAZER K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse 2.2 mi 4.0
WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse 1.7 mi 8.2
EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse 1.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,495

Median Home Value

$110,500

Median Rent

$1,111/mo

Population

12,383

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

25.7%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roberts K-8 School

What grades does Roberts K-8 School serve?

Roberts K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Roberts K-8 School?

Roberts K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 621 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roberts K-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roberts K-8 School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roberts K-8 School rank in NY?

Roberts K-8 School ranks #4,699 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Roberts K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roberts K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Roberts K-8 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roberts K-8 School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roberts K-8 School a charter school?

No, Roberts K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roberts K-8 School a Title I school?

No, Roberts K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roberts K-8 School?

83.9% of students at Roberts K-8 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
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Onondaga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.6%
Phone
(315) 435-4635

Resources & Links

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District

SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
18,072
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,163
District Rank
#29 of 30

Other Schools in This District

INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AT SYRACUSE CENTRAL 9.4 EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.0 NOTTINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL 6.4 CORCORAN HIGH SCHOOL 6.1 HENNINGER HIGH SCHOOL 6.1

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