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#2557 of 4,742 schools in NY
East Lower School
Middle School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1801 E MAIN ST, Rochester, NY 14609
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,557 of 4,742
In Rochester
#37 of 108
public schools
In district
#8 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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East Lower School
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About East Lower School
East Lower School is a public middle school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. East Lower School serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. East Lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,557 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for East Lower School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at East Lower School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, East Lower School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
49% of students at East Lower 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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East Lower School — Students at East Lower School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How East Lower School Compares
See how East Lower School 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
1801 E MAIN ST, Rochester, NY 14609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Lower School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HILLSIDE CHILDRENS CENTER-ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TALMUDICAL INSTITUTE OF UPSTATE NY (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood 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 Lower School
What grades does East Lower School serve?
East Lower School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend East Lower School?
East Lower School has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Lower School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Lower School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Lower School rank in NY?
East Lower School ranks #2,557 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is East Lower School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Lower School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Lower School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is East Lower School a charter school?
No, East Lower School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Lower School a Title I school?
No, East Lower School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Lower School?
91.2% of students at East Lower 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (585) 288-3130
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #8 of 45
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