Below Average
#3872 of 4,742 schools in NY
Smith Road Elementary School
Elementary School · NORTH SYRACUSE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
5959 SMITH RD, North Syracuse, NY 13212
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,872 of 4,742
In North Syracuse
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
NORTH SYRACUSE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Smith Road Elementary School
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About Smith Road Elementary School
Smith Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Syracuse, NY, part of NORTH SYRACUSE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Smith Road Elementary School serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Smith Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,872 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Smith Road Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Smith Road Elementary School — Students at Smith Road Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 3.7/10.
How Smith Road Elementary School Compares
See how Smith Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5959 SMITH RD, North Syracuse, NY 13212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smith Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CICERO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Cicero), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Syracuse), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEMOYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Syracuse), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Syracuse, see our North Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,931
Median Home Value
$157,400
Median Rent
$1,027/mo
Population
20,185
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
77.9%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
44.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smith Road Elementary School
What grades does Smith Road Elementary School serve?
Smith Road Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Smith Road Elementary School?
Smith Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smith Road Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Smith Road Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Smith Road Elementary School rank in NY?
Smith Road Elementary School ranks #3,872 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Smith Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Smith Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Smith Road Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Smith Road Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Smith Road Elementary School a charter school?
No, Smith Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Smith Road Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Smith Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Smith Road Elementary School?
43.6% of students at Smith Road 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 564
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.5%
- Phone
- (315) 218-2800
Resources & Links
District
NORTH SYRACUSE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,990
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,717
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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