Excellent
#520 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 11% in state
Discovery Charter School
Elementary School · DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL
133 HOOVER DR, Rochester, NY 14615
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#520 of 4,742
In Rochester
#4 of 108
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Discovery Charter School
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About Discovery Charter School
Discovery Charter School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL. Discovery Charter School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Discovery Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Discovery Charter School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Discovery Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Discovery 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.
39% of students at Discovery 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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Discovery Charter School — Students at Discovery Charter School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 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 Discovery Charter School Compares
See how Discovery Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
133 HOOVER DR, Rochester, NY 14615
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Discovery Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NAZARETH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is DERECH HATORAH OF ROCHESTER (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood 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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| J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beacon, NY | 8.2 |
| KATONAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah, NY | 8.2 |
| KRAMER LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Discovery Charter School
What grades does Discovery Charter School serve?
Discovery Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Discovery Charter School?
Discovery Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Charter School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Discovery Charter School rank in NY?
Discovery Charter School ranks #520 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Discovery Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Discovery Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Discovery Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Discovery Charter School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Discovery Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Discovery Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Discovery Charter School a Title I school?
No, Discovery Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Discovery Charter School?
90.1% of students at Discovery 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (585) 342-4032
Resources & Links
District
DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 304
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,821
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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