Needs Improvement
#4308 of 4,742 schools in NY
W F Prior Elementary School
Elementary School · ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
205 EAST AVE, Oneida, NY 13421
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,308 of 4,742
In Oneida
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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W F Prior Elementary School
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About W F Prior Elementary School
W F Prior Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oneida, NY, part of ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. W F Prior Elementary School serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. W F Prior Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,308 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for W F Prior Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at W F Prior 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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W F Prior Elementary School — Students at W F Prior Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.7%
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: 3.3/10.
How W F Prior Elementary School Compares
See how W F Prior Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
205 EAST AVE, Oneida, NY 13421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W F Prior Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PETERBORO STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Canastota), which scores notably higher. Another option is W A WETTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Vernon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Sherrill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oneida, see our Oneida schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Oneida | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SENECA STREET SCHOOL Oneida | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| NORTH BROAD STREET SCHOOL Oneida | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| ONEIDA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oneida | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY Oneida | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| DURHAMVILLE SCHOOL Durhamville | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| OTTO L SHORTELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Wampsville | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| VERNON-VERONA-SHERRILL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Verona | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
| VERNON-VERONA-SHERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Verona | 4.3 mi | 3.8 |
| J D GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona | 4.7 mi | 3.6 |
| MADISON-ONEIDA BOCES Verona | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CANASTOTA HIGH SCHOOL Canastota | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ROBERTS STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL Canastota | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| W A WETTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vernon | 5.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PETERBORO STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canastota | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canastota | 5.3 mi | 5.4 |
| STOCKBRIDGE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL Munnsville | 8.0 mi | 6.8 |
| MORRISVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Morrisville | 10.2 mi | 8.6 |
| EDWARD R ANDREWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Morrisville | 13.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood 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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLIFTON-FINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Star Lake, NY | 3.8 |
| CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 3.8 |
| GREENLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bainbridge, NY | 3.8 |
| HARVEY C FENNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Falconer, NY | 3.8 |
| OAK STREET SCHOOL Plattsburgh, NY | 3.8 |
| PS 134 HENRIETTA SZOLD New York, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W F Prior Elementary School
What grades does W F Prior Elementary School serve?
W F Prior Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend W F Prior Elementary School?
W F Prior Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W F Prior Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at W F Prior Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W F Prior Elementary School rank in NY?
W F Prior Elementary School ranks #4,308 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is W F Prior Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
W F Prior Elementary 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 W F Prior Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W F Prior Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is W F Prior Elementary School a charter school?
No, W F Prior Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W F Prior Elementary School a Title I school?
No, W F Prior Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W F Prior Elementary School?
37.7% of students at W F Prior 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
- 220
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (315) 363-2190
Resources & Links
District
ONEIDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,775
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,298
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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