Serving 650 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Webster 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 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Webster Elementary School's student population of 650 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Webster Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webster Elementary School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4237 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
44%
15%
White
20%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Syracuse City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webster Elementary School's ranking?
Webster Elementary School is ranked #4237 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Webster Elementary School often compared to?
Webster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walberta Park Primary School, Waterman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Webster Elementary School?
650 students attend Webster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Webster Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster Elementary School?
Webster Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Webster Elementary School offer ?
Webster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Webster Elementary School part of?
Webster Elementary School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Webster Elementary School located?
Webster Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Northside.
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