Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Franklyn S Barry Primary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Franklyn S Barry Primary School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Franklyn S Barry Primary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
88%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cortland City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Franklyn S Barry Primary School often compared to?
Franklyn S Barry Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randall Middle School, Fe Smith Intermediate School, Mcgraw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Franklyn S Barry Primary School?
417 students attend Franklyn S Barry Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Franklyn S Barry Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Franklyn S Barry Primary School?
Franklyn S Barry Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklyn S Barry Primary School offer ?
Franklyn S Barry Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklyn S Barry Primary School part of?
Franklyn S Barry Primary School is part of Cortland City School District.
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