Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lyncourt School ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyncourt School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lyncourt School's student population of 434 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Lyncourt School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyncourt School is 0.75, which is more 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
#3378 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Lyncourt School's ranking?
Lyncourt School is ranked #3378 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lyncourt School often compared to?
Lyncourt Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moses Dewitt Elementary School, Tecumseh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lyncourt School?
434 students attend Lyncourt School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lyncourt School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyncourt School?
Lyncourt School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyncourt School offer ?
Lyncourt School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyncourt School part of?
Lyncourt School is part of Lyncourt Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Lyncourt School located?
Lyncourt School is located in the Lyncourt neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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