Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Southern Cayuga Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Cayuga Elementary School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Do Your Best Everyday
School Rankings
Southern Cayuga Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Cayuga Elementary School is 0.29, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1747 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
83%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Cayuga Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Cayuga Elementary School is ranked #1747 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Southern Cayuga Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Cayuga Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Casey Park Elementary School, Millard Fillmore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Southern Cayuga Elementary School?
348 students attend Southern Cayuga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Southern Cayuga Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Cayuga Elementary School?
Southern Cayuga Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southern Cayuga Elementary School offer ?
Southern Cayuga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southern Cayuga Elementary School part of?
Southern Cayuga Elementary School is part of Southern Cayuga Central School District.
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