For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,627 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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 13203, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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 | 482 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 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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