For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,554 students in Fayetteville, NY (there are , serving 322 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Fayetteville, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Fayetteville, NY are Mott Road Elementary School, Fayetteville Elementary School and Wellwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fayetteville, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Fayetteville have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Fayetteville, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mott Road Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7173 Mott Rd
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1700
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1700
Grades: K-4
| 449 students
Rank: #22.
Fayetteville Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
704 S Manlius St
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1600
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1600
Grades: K-4
| 458 students
Rank: #33.
Wellwood Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 S Manlius St
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1300
Fayetteville, NY 13066
(315) 692-1300
Grades: 5-8
| 647 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fayetteville, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Fayetteville, NY include Mott Road Elementary School, Fayetteville Elementary School and Wellwood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Fayetteville?
3 public schools are located in Fayetteville.
What percentage of students in Fayetteville go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Fayetteville are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Fayetteville?
Fayetteville public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Fayetteville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Fayetteville include: Fayetteville Elementary School vs. Mott Road Elementary School, Mott Road Elementary School vs. Fayetteville Elementary School
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