For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,653 students in 13203, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 13203, NY are Salem Hyde Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School and Dr Weeks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 13203 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 13203, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 13203, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Hyde Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
450 Durston Ave
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 435-4570
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 435-4570
Gr: PK-6 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1613 James St
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 435-4450
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 435-4450
Gr: 6-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Dr Weeks Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
710 Hawley Ave
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 435-4097
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 435-4097
Gr: PK-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 13203, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 13203, NY include Salem Hyde Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School and Dr Weeks Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 13203?
3 public elementary schools are located in 13203.
What is the racial composition of students in 13203?
13203 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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