Needs Improvement
#4567 of 4,742 schools in NY
Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence
Middle School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
85 ADAMS ST, Rochester, NY 14608
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,567 of 4,742
In Rochester
#93 of 108
public schools
In district
#33 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence
Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence is a public middle school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Dr.
Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,567 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
98% of students at Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence 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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Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence — Students at Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.3/10.
How Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence Compares
See how Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
85 ADAMS ST, Rochester, NY 14608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NATIVITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONROE LOWER SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,537
Median Home Value
$180,300
Median Rent
$898/mo
Population
12,417
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
22.5%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.8%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence
What grades does Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence serve?
Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence?
Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence 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 Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence rank in NY?
Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence ranks #4,567 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence a charter school?
No, Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence a Title I school?
No, Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence?
97.2% of students at Dr. Alice Holloway Young School of Excellence 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.9%
- Phone
- (585) 454-3525
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #33 of 45
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