Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Catherine M Mcnamara 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Catherine M Mcnamara 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 Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1989 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
86%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School's ranking?
Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School is ranked #1989 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School often compared to?
Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Buren Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School?
507 students attend Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School?
Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School offer ?
Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School part of?
Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School is part of Baldwinsville Central School District.
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