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Dake Junior High School

Middle School · WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

350 COOPER RD, Rochester, NY 14617

Enrollment

563

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,947 of 4,742

In Rochester

#42 of 108

public schools

In district

#10 of 10

WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Dake Junior High School

5.7/10

Middle School in Rochester · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dake Junior High School

Dake Junior High School is a public middle school in Rochester, NY, part of WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Dake Junior High School serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dake Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,947 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Dake Junior High School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,563
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Dake Junior High School — Students at Dake Junior High School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
36.7%
ELA
68.3%
2022
Math
39.4%
ELA
57.1%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Dake Junior High School Compares

See how Dake Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in NY
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

Location

350 COOPER RD, Rochester, NY 14617

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dake Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 0.1 mi 7.7
LISTWOOD SCHOOL Rochester 0.2 mi 7.5
BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Rochester 0.5 mi 7.7
SENECA SCHOOL Rochester 0.9 mi 6.1
BROOKVIEW SCHOOL Rochester 1.0 mi 7.7
ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester 1.1 mi 6.1
SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL Rochester 1.1 mi 7.7
ST KATERI SCHOOL Rochester 1.1 mi 6.4
IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester 1.6 mi 7.0
COLEBROOK SCHOOL Rochester 1.6 mi 7.0
BISHOP KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.5 mi 6.8
SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY Rochester 1.8 mi 2.8
FRANKLIN UPPER SCHOOL Rochester 2.0 mi 4.3
FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL Rochester 2.0 mi 7.0
SCHOOL 42-ABELARD REYNOLDS Rochester 1.7 mi 3.2
IVAN L GREEN PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester 1.8 mi 5.9
NORTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 2.2 mi 7.3
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester 2.5 mi 4.2
SCHOOL 39-ANDREW J TOWNSON Rochester 2.4 mi 3.0
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Rochester 2.5 mi 6.3

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dake Junior High School

What grades does Dake Junior High School serve?

Dake Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Dake Junior High School?

Dake Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dake Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dake Junior High School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dake Junior High School rank in NY?

Dake Junior High School ranks #2,947 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Dake Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dake Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Dake Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dake Junior High School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dake Junior High School a charter school?

No, Dake Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dake Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Dake Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dake Junior High School?

34.8% of students at Dake Junior High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,645
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,563
District Rank
#10 of 10

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