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Academy of Health Sciences Charter School
Middle School · ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL
1151 RIDGEWAY AVE, Rochester, NY 14615
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,124 of 4,742
In Rochester
#44 of 108
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Academy of Health Sciences Charter School
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About Academy of Health Sciences Charter School
Academy of Health Sciences Charter School is a public middle school in Rochester, NY, part of ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL. Academy of Health Sciences Charter School serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of Health Sciences Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,124 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Academy of Health Sciences Charter School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Academy of Health Sciences Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Academy of Health Sciences Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
51% of students at Academy of Health Sciences Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Academy of Health Sciences Charter School — Students at Academy of Health Sciences Charter School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Academy of Health Sciences Charter School Compares
See how Academy of Health Sciences Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1151 RIDGEWAY AVE, Rochester, NY 14615
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy of Health Sciences Charter School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VILLA OF HOPE (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NAZARETH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP CS Rochester | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| EDISON CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| AQUINAS INSTITUTE Rochester | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SCHOOL 34-DR LOUIS A CERULLI Rochester | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| SCHOOL 7-VIRGIL GRISSOM Rochester | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| BUCKMAN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| RISE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| NAZARETH ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| OLYMPIA HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL Rochester | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY Rochester | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| SCHOOL 54-FLOWER CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN Rochester | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| LONGRIDGE SCHOOL Rochester | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| DERECH HATORAH OF ROCHESTER Rochester | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| VILLA OF HOPE Rochester | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS Rochester | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| SCHOOL 8-ROBERTO CLEMENTE Rochester | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,150
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
18,255
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
33.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy of Health Sciences Charter School
What grades does Academy of Health Sciences Charter School serve?
Academy of Health Sciences Charter School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Academy of Health Sciences Charter School?
Academy of Health Sciences Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of Health Sciences Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy of Health Sciences Charter School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academy of Health Sciences Charter School rank in NY?
Academy of Health Sciences Charter School ranks #3,124 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Academy of Health Sciences Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy of Health Sciences Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Academy of Health Sciences Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy of Health Sciences Charter School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2021-2022).
Is Academy of Health Sciences Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Academy of Health Sciences Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Academy of Health Sciences Charter School a Title I school?
No, Academy of Health Sciences Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Academy of Health Sciences Charter School?
87.8% of students at Academy of Health Sciences Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.9%
- Phone
- (585) 254-1003
Resources & Links
District
ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 377
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,170
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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