Serving 992 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter 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 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School's student population of 992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter 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 Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is 0.61, which is less 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
#3480 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
58%
16%
White
17%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School's ranking?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is ranked #3480 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School often compared to?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Genesee Senior High School, Westhill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School?
The graduation rate of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School?
992 students attend Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School offer ?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School part of?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is part of Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School located?
Syracuse Academy Of Science Charter School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside.
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