Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Syracuse Latin School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Syracuse Latin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Syracuse Latin School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Syracuse Latin 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 Syracuse Latin School is 0.69, 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
#1982 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
35%
15%
White
41%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Syracuse Latin School's ranking?
Syracuse Latin School is ranked #1982 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Syracuse Latin School often compared to?
Syracuse Latin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward Smith K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Syracuse Latin School?
640 students attend Syracuse Latin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Syracuse Latin School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Syracuse Latin School?
Syracuse Latin School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Syracuse Latin School offer ?
Syracuse Latin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Syracuse Latin School part of?
Syracuse Latin School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Syracuse Latin School located?
Syracuse Latin School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Eastside.
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