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#3928 of 4,742 schools in NY

East Irondequoit Middle School

Middle School · EAST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

155 DENSMORE RD, Rochester, NY 14609

Enrollment

651

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

4.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,928 of 4,742

In Rochester

#63 of 108

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

EAST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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East Irondequoit Middle School

4.5/10

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About East Irondequoit Middle School

East Irondequoit Middle School is a public middle school in Rochester, NY, part of EAST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. East Irondequoit Middle School serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. East Irondequoit Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,928 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for East Irondequoit Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, East Irondequoit Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

30% of students at East Irondequoit Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.1 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,606
Chronic Absenteeism30.4%

East Irondequoit Middle School — Students at East Irondequoit Middle School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (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
89%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
35.3%
2022
Math
21.9%
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: 2.9/10.

How East Irondequoit Middle School Compares

See how East Irondequoit Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
17th percentile in NY
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

Location

155 DENSMORE RD, Rochester, NY 14609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Irondequoit Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EAST LOWER SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHWEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 2.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
LAURELTON-PARDEE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rochester 0.3 mi 4.1
BAY KNOLL SDA SCHOOL Rochester 1.0 mi
EASTRIDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.0 mi 8.8
ST AMBROSE ACADEMY Rochester 1.0 mi 6.8
NORTHWEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.0 mi 2.3
HELENDALE ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester 1.2 mi 6.1
IVAN L GREEN PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester 1.3 mi 5.9
SCHOOL 52-FRANK FOWLER DOW Rochester 1.7 mi 3.6
SCHOOL 39-ANDREW J TOWNSON Rochester 1.5 mi 3.0
BISHOP KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.6 mi 6.8
SCHOOL 33-JOHN JAMES AUDUBON Rochester 1.8 mi 2.5
DURAND-EASTMAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rochester 2.3 mi 4.0
ST KATERI SCHOOL Rochester 1.9 mi 6.4
EAST LOWER SCHOOL Rochester 2.3 mi 6.1
EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 2.3 mi 6.8
SCHOOL 45-MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE Rochester 1.9 mi 4.0
SCHOOL 28-HENRY HUDSON Rochester 2.5 mi 4.4
ROCHESTER ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester 2.6 mi
SCHOOL 46-CHARLES CARROLL Rochester 2.6 mi 4.9
HILLSIDE CHILDRENS CENTER-ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS Rochester 2.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,933

Median Home Value

$144,500

Median Rent

$1,122/mo

Population

40,171

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Irondequoit Middle School

What grades does East Irondequoit Middle School serve?

East Irondequoit Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend East Irondequoit Middle School?

East Irondequoit Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Irondequoit Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Irondequoit Middle School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Irondequoit Middle School rank in NY?

East Irondequoit Middle School ranks #3,928 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is East Irondequoit Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Irondequoit Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 East Irondequoit Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Irondequoit Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Irondequoit Middle School a charter school?

No, East Irondequoit Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Irondequoit Middle School a Title I school?

No, East Irondequoit Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Irondequoit Middle School?

50.2% of students at East Irondequoit Middle 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
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

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