Serving 1,208 students in grades 8-9, North Syracuse Junior High 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 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Syracuse Junior High School's student population of 1,208 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,208 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
North Syracuse Junior High 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 North Syracuse Junior High School is 0.43, 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
#3434 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
78%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
5%
10%

Hispanic
6%
30%

Black
6%
16%

White
75%
40%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
78%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Syracuse Junior High School's ranking?
North Syracuse Junior High School is ranked #3434 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Syracuse Junior High School?
The graduation rate of North Syracuse Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 78%.
How many students attend North Syracuse Junior High School?
1,208 students attend North Syracuse Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of North Syracuse Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Syracuse Junior High School?
North Syracuse Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Syracuse Junior High School offer ?
North Syracuse Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Syracuse Junior High School part of?
North Syracuse Junior High School is part of North Syracuse Central School District.
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