Below Average
#3949 of 4,742 schools in NY
Solvay Elementary School
Elementary School · SOLVAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
701 WOODS RD, Solvay, NY 13209
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,949 of 4,742
In Solvay
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
SOLVAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Solvay Elementary School
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About Solvay Elementary School
Solvay Elementary School is a public elementary school in Solvay, NY, part of SOLVAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Solvay Elementary School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Solvay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,949 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Solvay Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Solvay Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
41% of students at Solvay 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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Solvay Elementary School — Students at Solvay Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.8%
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: 3.9/10.
How Solvay Elementary School Compares
See how Solvay Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
701 WOODS RD, Solvay, NY 13209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Solvay Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Syracuse), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Syracuse), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SPLIT ROCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Camillus), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Solvay, see our Solvay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL Solvay | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ONTECH CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| WALBERTA PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| BISHOP LUDDEN JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| PARKVIEW JR ACADEMY Syracuse | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| SYRACUSE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ONONDAGA ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| FRAZER K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FOWLER Syracuse | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| SPLIT ROCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Camillus | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| CHESTNUT HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Liverpool | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT Syracuse | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,307
Median Home Value
$146,200
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
12,995
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
43.4
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|---|---|
| BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley, NY | 4.5 |
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen, NY | 4.5 |
| C GRANT GRIMSHAW SCHOOL Lafayette, NY | 4.5 |
| CORINTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth, NY | 4.5 |
| DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury, NY | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Solvay Elementary School
What grades does Solvay Elementary School serve?
Solvay Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Solvay Elementary School?
Solvay Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Solvay Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Solvay Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Solvay Elementary School rank in NY?
Solvay Elementary School ranks #3,949 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Solvay Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Solvay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Solvay Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Solvay Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Solvay Elementary School a charter school?
No, Solvay Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Solvay Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Solvay Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Solvay Elementary School?
65.8% of students at Solvay 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (315) 488-5422
Resources & Links
District
SOLVAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,367
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,429
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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