MEACHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MEACHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in SYRACUSE, NY with about 401 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, MEACHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MEACHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 171 Spaulding Avenue in Syracuse, New York, serves the local community as part of the Syracuse City School District. Situated in a residential area of the city, the school is dedicated to providing foundational education to elementary-aged students, focusing on academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. As a public institution, it operates under the district’s broader mission to ensure that all students are prepared for secondary education and beyond, fostering an environment that aims to be inclusive and supportive of its diverse student body.

The school functions as a hub for its neighborhood, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and parent-teacher partnerships to enhance the learning experience. By aligning its curriculum with New York State learning standards, Meachem Elementary strives to equip students with a strong literacy and mathematical foundation while encouraging exploration in areas such as science, technology, and the arts. Through its commitment to the Syracuse City School District’s goals, the school focuses on closing achievement gaps and providing the necessary resources—ranging from extracurricular activities to academic support services—to help every child reach their full potential within a structured and encouraging school climate.

For more information, contact MEACHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (315) 435-4610 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.