For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,418 students in 13212, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 13212, NY are Karl W Saile Bear Road Elementary School, Allen Road Elementary School and Smith Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 13212 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 13212, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 13212, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Karl W Saile Bear Road Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5590 Bear Rd
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2400
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2400
Gr: K-4 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Allen Road Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
803 Allen Rd
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2300
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2300
Gr: K-4 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Smith Road Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5959 Smith Rd
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2800
Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 218-2800
Gr: K-4 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 13212, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 13212, NY include Karl W Saile Bear Road Elementary School, Allen Road Elementary School and Smith Road Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 13212?
3 public elementary schools are located in 13212.
What is the racial composition of students in 13212?
13212 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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