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#4021 of 4,742 schools in NY

Dewitt Road Elementary School

Elementary School · WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

722 DEWITT RD, Webster, NY 14580

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,021 of 4,742

In Webster

#11 of 11

public schools

In district

#11 of 11

WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Dewitt Road Elementary School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Webster · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dewitt Road Elementary School

Dewitt Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Webster, NY, part of WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Dewitt Road Elementary School serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dewitt Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,021 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Dewitt Road Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.2 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,913
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Dewitt Road Elementary School — Students at Dewitt Road Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
95%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
41.8%
ELA
45.8%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
36.7%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Dewitt Road Elementary School Compares

See how Dewitt Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in NY
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Location

722 DEWITT RD, Webster, NY 14580

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dewitt Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PLANK ROAD SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KLEM ROAD NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST AMBROSE ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Webster, see our Webster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HILLSIDE CHILDRENS CENTER HALPERN Webster 0.2 mi 7.1
ST RITA SCHOOL Webster 1.4 mi 5.8
DURAND-EASTMAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rochester 1.6 mi 4.0
BAY KNOLL SDA SCHOOL Rochester 2.2 mi
THOMAS HIGH SCHOOL Webster 2.1 mi 8.2
EASTRIDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 2.4 mi 8.8
WEBSTER-SCHROEDER HIGH SCHOOL Webster 2.7 mi 8.5
EAST IRONDEQUOIT MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester 3.0 mi 4.5
WILLINK MIDDLE SCHOOL Webster 2.6 mi 6.1
LAURELTON-PARDEE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rochester 3.3 mi 4.1
ROCHESTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rochester 3.7 mi 5.3
PLANK ROAD NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 3.5 mi 5.5
IVAN L GREEN PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester 2.9 mi 5.9
PLANK ROAD SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 3.6 mi 6.9
KLEM ROAD SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 2.9 mi 6.0
KLEM ROAD NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 3.0 mi 6.8
HELENDALE ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester 3.9 mi 6.1
ST AMBROSE ACADEMY Rochester 4.0 mi 6.8
NORTHWEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 4.0 mi 2.3
BISHOP KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 3.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,499

Median Home Value

$253,000

Median Rent

$1,387/mo

Population

54,466

College Educated

45.3%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

45.7

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CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY 4.4
DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY 4.4
ELMWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY 4.4
GEORGE F JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott, NY 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dewitt Road Elementary School

What grades does Dewitt Road Elementary School serve?

Dewitt Road Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dewitt Road Elementary School?

Dewitt Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dewitt Road Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dewitt Road Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dewitt Road Elementary School rank in NY?

Dewitt Road Elementary School ranks #4,021 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Dewitt Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dewitt Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Dewitt Road Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dewitt Road Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dewitt Road Elementary School a charter school?

No, Dewitt Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dewitt Road Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dewitt Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dewitt Road Elementary School?

28.9% of students at Dewitt Road Elementary 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,098
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,913
District Rank
#11 of 11

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