For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,554 students in Fayetteville, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Fayetteville, NY are Mott Road Elementary School, Fayetteville Elementary School and Wellwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fayetteville, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Fayetteville have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Fayetteville, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mott Road Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7173 Mott Rd
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1700
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1700
Grades: K-4
| 449 students
Rank: #22.
Fayetteville Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
704 S Manlius St
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1600
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1600
Grades: K-4
| 458 students
Rank: #33.
Wellwood Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 S Manlius St
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1300
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1300
Grades: 5-8
| 647 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Fayetteville, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Fayetteville, NY include Mott Road Elementary School, Fayetteville Elementary School and Wellwood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Fayetteville?
3 public elementary schools are located in Fayetteville.
What is the racial composition of students in Fayetteville?
Fayetteville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Fayetteville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Fayetteville include: Fayetteville Elementary School vs. Mott Road Elementary School, Mott Road Elementary School vs. Fayetteville Elementary School
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