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Edison Career and Technology High School

High School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

655 COLFAX ST, Rochester, NY 14606

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

1,161

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

1,161

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,778 of 4,742

In Rochester

#40 of 108

public schools

In district

#9 of 45

ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Edison Career and Technology High School

Edison Career and Technology High School is a public high school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Edison Career and Technology High School serves approximately 1,161 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Career and Technology High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,778 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Edison Career and Technology High School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts below district

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
District avg 6.4
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 8:1 students to teachers, Edison Career and Technology High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

91% of students at Edison Career and Technology High 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 · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.8Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data9

Annual Change+2 pts/yr

Data Period2013–2021

TrendImproving

Academics7.2Very Good25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency44% (2021 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2021 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+8.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile59th

College Readiness3.4Needs Improvement30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate52%

AP Participation2.2%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$34,307

Chronic Absenteeism90.9%

Edison Career and Technology High School — Students at Edison Career and Technology High School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)

School

State

N/A

Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013

Math

7.5%

ELA

27%

2014

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2015

Math

71%

ELA

72%

2016

Math

62%

ELA

71%

2017

Math

68%

ELA

67%

2018

Math

66%

ELA

68%

2019

Math

66%

ELA

68%

2020*

Math

44%

ELA

50%

2021*

Math

44%

ELA

50%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Edison Career and Technology High School Compares

See how Edison Career and Technology High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.9/10

41th percentile in NY

Academic

7.2/10

Very Good

Growth

9.8/10

Excellent

Environment

3.1/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Sports

2 boys' · 1 girls'

Advanced STEM

2/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

88%

Teaching Staff

8:1 student-teacher ratio

145 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

90.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered

2.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics3sports offered

2 boys'·1 girls'·5 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

655 COLFAX ST, Rochester, NY 14606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edison Career and Technology High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GATES CHILI HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP CS (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester	1.2 mi	377	5.5
DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester	1.8 mi	304	8.2
YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP CS Rochester	1.8 mi	352	6.3
SCHOOL 34-DR LOUIS A CERULLI Rochester	1.4 mi	402	4.4
NORTHSTAR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rochester	1.5 mi	326	6.8
HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester	2.0 mi	323	5.4
AQUINAS INSTITUTE Rochester	1.7 mi	775	5.6
SCHOOL 54-FLOWER CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester	1.7 mi	316	2.9
SCHOOL 7-VIRGIL GRISSOM Rochester	1.7 mi	443	3.0
HOPE HALL SCHOOL Rochester	2.2 mi	126	8.8
TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREP-WEST CAMP Rochester	2.4 mi	803	6.5
EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL Rochester	2.0 mi	399	6.0
BUCKMAN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester	2.8 mi	375	3.2
NAZARETH ELEMENTARY Rochester	2.1 mi	114	7.2
RISE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester	2.3 mi	341	4.2
SCHOOL 17-ENRICO FERMI Rochester	2.3 mi	602	3.8
GATES CHILI HIGH SCHOOL Rochester	2.4 mi	1,127	7.1
GATES CHILI MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester	2.5 mi	865	5.1
UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN Rochester	2.2 mi	501	7.1
SCHOOL 16-JOHN WALTON SPENCER Rochester	2.8 mi	353	4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,287

Median Home Value

$150,500

Median Rent

$978/mo

Population

27,478

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.3%

Median Age

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DR RICHARD IZQUIERDO HEALTH AND SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY	704	5.9
FORDHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx, NY	951	5.9
RIVERDALE/KINGSBRIDGE ACADEMY (MS/HS 141) Bronx, NY	1,380	5.9
HERO HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY	723	6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edison Career and Technology High School

What grades does Edison Career and Technology High School serve?

Edison Career and Technology High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Edison Career and Technology High School?

Edison Career and Technology High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,161 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison Career and Technology High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edison Career and Technology High School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edison Career and Technology High School rank in NY?

Edison Career and Technology High School ranks #2,778 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Edison Career and Technology High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edison Career and Technology High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Edison Career and Technology High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Career and Technology High School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

Is Edison Career and Technology High School a charter school?

No, Edison Career and Technology High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edison Career and Technology High School a Title I school?

No, Edison Career and Technology High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison Career and Technology High School?

88.3% of students at Edison Career and Technology High 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: 25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 36 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 1,161
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Teachers (FTE): 145
Free/Reduced Lunch: 88.3%
Type: vocational
Setting: Midsize City
County: Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 90.9%
Phone: (585) 324-9760
4-Year Graduation: 52.0%

Resources & Links

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District

ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Enrollment: 22,164
Schools in District: 46
Per-Pupil Spending: $34,307
District Rank: #9 of 45

Other Schools in This District

ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 8.5 NORTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL 7.3 FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL 7.0 EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL 6.8 SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS 6.7

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Data sources

NCES CCDSY 2022-23 NY EDFACTS2020-21 NCES EdFacts2019–2022 Census ACS2019-2023 CRDC2021–22 MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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