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#677 of 992 private schools in NY

Charles Finney School (the)

School

2070 FIVE MILE LINE RD, Penfield, NY 14526

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#677 of 992

In Penfield

#2 of 3

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About Charles Finney School (the)

Charles Finney School (the) is a private school in Penfield, NY. Charles Finney School (the) serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles Finney School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #677 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.4 pts below NY schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Charles Finney School (the) is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Charles Finney School (the) compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Penfield, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

This School

10.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

446

This School

814

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

7.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70% vs 0%

Hispanic 9.9% vs 0%

Black 8.7% vs 0%

Asian 3.6% vs 0%

Charles Finney School (the) Penfield Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Charles Finney School (the) (this school)	—	446	13:1	5.8
PENFIELD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	0.3 mi	1,398	11.7:1	8.5
COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	554	10.5:1	7.4
HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	451	10.5:1	8.0
BAY TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.6 mi	1,104	11.3:1	7.0
SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	565	9.7:1	7.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,122

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 48%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 446

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 70.0%

Hispanic 9.9%

Black 8.7%

Two or More 7.6%

Asian 3.6%

Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2070 FIVE MILE LINE RD, Penfield, NY 14526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charles Finney School (the) may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONROE 1 BOCES (rated 5.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fairport), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 4.1/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Penfield, see our Penfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PENFIELD VILLAGE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Penfield	0.1 mi	23	—
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield	0.2 mi	195	5.9
PENFIELD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Penfield	0.3 mi	1,398	8.5
COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield	0.4 mi	554	7.4
BAY TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL Penfield	1.6 mi	1,104	7.0
SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield	1.7 mi	565	7.7
ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL East Rochester	1.6 mi	96	5.6
HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield	1.3 mi	451	8.0
EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester	2.0 mi	449	5.3
MONROE 1 BOCES Fairport	2.0 mi	582	5.7
EAST ROCHESTER JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rochester	2.0 mi	512	5.0
SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Penfield	2.2 mi	60	4.1
JEFFERSON AVENUE SCHOOL Fairport	3.0 mi	604	6.2
PLANK ROAD SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster	3.2 mi	586	6.9
PLANK ROAD NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster	3.3 mi	564	5.5
JOHANNA PERRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairport	3.2 mi	597	6.8
MINERVA DELAND SCHOOL Fairport	3.2 mi	395	5.3
ROCHESTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rochester	3.2 mi	138	5.3
BROOKS HILL SCHOOL Fairport	3.3 mi	556	6.6
ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL Rochester	2.6 mi	350	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,566

Median Home Value

$256,600

Median Rent

$1,168/mo

Population

19,348

College Educated

62.4%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

46.5

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CAYUGA-ONONDAGA BOCES Auburn, NY	320	5.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles Finney School (the)

What grades does Charles Finney School (the) serve?

Charles Finney School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Charles Finney School (the)?

Charles Finney School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles Finney School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Charles Finney School (the) is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Charles Finney School (the) rank in NY?

Charles Finney School (the) ranks #677 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Charles Finney School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Charles Finney School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Charles Finney School (the) a private school?

Yes, Charles Finney School (the) is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Charles Finney School (the) a religious school?

Charles Finney School (the) has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 39 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 446
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Teachers (FTE): 34
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Other Religious
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 165 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Monroe County
Phone: (585) 387-3770

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