Needs Improvement
#4307 of 4,742 schools in NY
Seneca Street School
Elementary School · ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
436 SENECA ST, Oneida, NY 13421
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,307 of 4,742
In Oneida
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Seneca Street School
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About Seneca Street School
Seneca Street School is a public elementary school in Oneida, NY, part of ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Seneca Street School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Seneca Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,307 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Seneca Street School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Seneca Street School — Students at Seneca Street School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.1%
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: 2.2/10.
How Seneca Street School Compares
See how Seneca Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
436 SENECA ST, Oneida, NY 13421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seneca Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PETERBORO STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Canastota), which scores notably higher. Another option is W A WETTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Vernon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Sherrill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oneida, see our Oneida schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,732
Median Home Value
$147,800
Median Rent
$846/mo
Population
12,742
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
45.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seneca Street School
What grades does Seneca Street School serve?
Seneca Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Seneca Street School?
Seneca Street School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seneca Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Seneca Street School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Seneca Street School rank in NY?
Seneca Street School ranks #4,307 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Seneca Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Seneca Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Seneca Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Seneca Street School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Seneca Street School a charter school?
No, Seneca Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Seneca Street School a Title I school?
No, Seneca Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seneca Street School?
39.1% of students at Seneca Street 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (315) 363-3930
Resources & Links
District
ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,775
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,298
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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