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#4059 of 4,742 schools in NY

Florence Brasser School

Elementary School · GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

1000 COLDWATER RD, Rochester, NY 14624

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,059 of 4,742

In Rochester

#68 of 108

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Florence Brasser School

Florence Brasser School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Florence Brasser School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Florence Brasser School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,059 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Florence Brasser School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-20 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.3 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,397
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Florence Brasser School — Students at Florence Brasser School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (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
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
45.5%
2022
Math
33.5%
ELA
30.6%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Florence Brasser School Compares

See how Florence Brasser School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
14th percentile in NY
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Location

1000 COLDWATER RD, Rochester, NY 14624

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Florence Brasser School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRBANKS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Churchville), which scores notably higher. Another option is CANAL VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Spencerport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
PAUL ROAD SCHOOL Rochester 1.2 mi 5.0
WALT DISNEY SCHOOL Rochester 1.8 mi 3.5
CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 2.3 mi 5.7
ARCHANGEL SCHOOL Rochester 2.6 mi 7.4
GATES CHILI MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester 3.2 mi 5.1
NEIL ARMSTRONG SCHOOL Rochester 3.6 mi 3.9
GATES CHILI HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 3.4 mi 7.1
HOPE HALL SCHOOL Rochester 3.5 mi 8.8
WILLIAM C MUNN SCHOOL Spencerport 4.3 mi 4.2
NORTHSTAR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rochester 4.4 mi 6.8
SPENCERPORT HIGH SCHOOL Spencerport 5.2 mi 8.3
A M COSGROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Spencerport 5.3 mi 5.1
CANAL VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spencerport 5.3 mi 6.2
LEO BERNABI SCHOOL Spencerport 5.4 mi 4.0
FAIRBANKS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Churchville 4.3 mi 6.6
CHURCHVILLE-CHILI MIDDLE SCHOOL Churchville 4.4 mi 5.9
CHURCHVILLE-CHILI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Churchville 4.5 mi 8.7
T J CONNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsville 6.2 mi 4.6
WHEATLAND-CHILI HIGH SCHOOL Scottsville 6.2 mi 5.3
MONROE 2-ORLEANS BOCES Spencerport 5.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,046

Median Home Value

$172,200

Median Rent

$1,249/mo

Population

38,834

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Florence Brasser School

What grades does Florence Brasser School serve?

Florence Brasser School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Florence Brasser School?

Florence Brasser School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Florence Brasser School?

The student-teacher ratio at Florence Brasser School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Florence Brasser School rank in NY?

Florence Brasser School ranks #4,059 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Florence Brasser School's MySchoolScout rating?

Florence Brasser School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Florence Brasser School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Florence Brasser School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Florence Brasser School a charter school?

No, Florence Brasser School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Florence Brasser School a Title I school?

No, Florence Brasser School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florence Brasser School?

43.5% of students at Florence Brasser 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,775
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,397
District Rank
#4 of 6

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