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#3272 of 4,742 schools in NY
Van Duyn Elementary School
Elementary School · SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
401 LOOMIS AVE, Syracuse, NY 13207
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,272 of 4,742
In Syracuse
#11 of 44
public schools
In district
#8 of 30
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Van Duyn Elementary School
Van Duyn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Syracuse, NY, part of SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Van Duyn Elementary School serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Duyn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,272 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Van Duyn Elementary School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Van Duyn 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.
59% of students at Van Duyn 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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Van Duyn Elementary School — Students at Van Duyn Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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: 7.7/10.
How Van Duyn Elementary School Compares
See how Van Duyn Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
401 LOOMIS AVE, Syracuse, NY 13207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Duyn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCKWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Nedrow), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHSIDE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| FAITH HERITAGE SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF SYRACUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.7 mi | 2.2 |
| EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BRIGHTON ACADEMY Syracuse | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| CLARY MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| MCKINLEY-BRIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| MEACHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| ROBERTS K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.3 mi | 2.6 |
| CORCORAN HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SYRACUSE LATIN SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ONONDAGA HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ROCKWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nedrow | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AT SYRACUSE CENTRAL Syracuse | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
| SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Syracuse | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
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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| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 5.4 |
| ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley, NY | 5.4 |
| HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.4 |
| HOOSIC VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schaghticoke, NY | 5.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Duyn Elementary School
What grades does Van Duyn Elementary School serve?
Van Duyn Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Van Duyn Elementary School?
Van Duyn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Duyn Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Duyn Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Duyn Elementary School rank in NY?
Van Duyn Elementary School ranks #3,272 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Van Duyn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Duyn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Van Duyn Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Duyn Elementary School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Van Duyn Elementary School a charter school?
No, Van Duyn Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Duyn Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Van Duyn Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Duyn Elementary School?
88.3% of students at Van Duyn 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
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.0%
- Phone
- (315) 435-4660
Resources & Links
District
SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 18,072
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,163
- District Rank
- #8 of 30
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