Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Porter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Porter Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Porter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porter Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4187 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
38%
16%
White
29%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Elementary School's ranking?
Porter Elementary School is ranked #4187 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Porter Elementary School?
301 students attend Porter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Porter Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porter Elementary School?
Porter Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Porter Elementary School offer ?
Porter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Porter Elementary School part of?
Porter Elementary School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Porter Elementary School located?
Porter Elementary School is located in the Far Westside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Far Westside.
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