Very Good
#1022 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 22% in state
Briarwood School
Elementary School · WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
215 BRIARWOOD DR, Rochester, NY 14617
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,022 of 4,742
In Rochester
#8 of 108
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Briarwood School
Briarwood School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Briarwood School serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Briarwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,022 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Briarwood School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 158 students, Briarwood School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Briarwood School — Students at Briarwood School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Briarwood School Compares
See how Briarwood School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
215 BRIARWOOD DR, Rochester, NY 14617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Briarwood School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BROOKVIEW SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LISTWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| DAKE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL Rochester | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| LISTWOOD SCHOOL Rochester | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| BROOKVIEW SCHOOL Rochester | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| SENECA SCHOOL Rochester | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY Rochester | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| SCHOOL 42-ABELARD REYNOLDS Rochester | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| ST KATERI SCHOOL Rochester | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANKLIN UPPER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| COLEBROOK SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| BISHOP KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| NORTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| RISE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN Rochester | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| NAZARETH ELEMENTARY Rochester | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,530
Median Home Value
$179,100
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
21,287
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
86.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKVIEW SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.7 |
| DIMITRIOS & GEORGIA KALOIDIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 7.7 |
| PANAMA K-6 SCHOOL Panama, NY | 7.7 |
| PS 191 PAUL ROBESON Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Briarwood School
What grades does Briarwood School serve?
Briarwood School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Briarwood School?
Briarwood School has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Briarwood School?
The student-teacher ratio at Briarwood School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Briarwood School rank in NY?
Briarwood School ranks #1,022 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Briarwood School's MySchoolScout rating?
Briarwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Briarwood School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Briarwood School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Briarwood School a charter school?
No, Briarwood School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Briarwood School a Title I school?
No, Briarwood School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briarwood School?
21.5% of students at Briarwood 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 158
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (585) 336-1610
Resources & Links
District
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,645
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,563
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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