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Genesee Community Charter School

Elementary School · GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL

657 EAST AVE, Rochester, NY 14607

Charter

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,360 of 4,742

In Rochester

#54 of 108

public schools

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Genesee Community Charter School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Rochester · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Genesee Community Charter School

Genesee Community Charter School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL. Genesee Community Charter School serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Genesee Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,360 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Genesee Community Charter School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Genesee Community Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-2.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,014
Chronic Absenteeism26%

Genesee Community Charter School — Students at Genesee Community Charter School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 20 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
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2021
Math
44.3%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
44.5%
ELA
59.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.

How Genesee Community Charter School Compares

See how Genesee Community Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in NY
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.0%

Location

657 EAST AVE, Rochester, NY 14607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Genesee Community Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLOUR CITY CAMPUS (rated 5.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Rochester 0.5 mi 5.3
SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER Rochester 0.5 mi 4.1
JAMES MONROE UPPER SCHOOL Rochester 0.6 mi 6.1
MONROE LOWER SCHOOL Rochester 0.6 mi 5.1
SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS Rochester 0.6 mi 6.7
SCHOOL 58-WORLD OF INQUIRY SCHOOL Rochester 0.7 mi 4.5
SCHOOL 35-PINNACLE Rochester 0.9 mi 3.3
TALMUDICAL INSTITUTE OF UPSTATE NY Rochester 0.8 mi 6.8
HILLSIDE CHILDRENS CENTER-ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS Rochester 0.9 mi 6.8
NATIVITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Rochester 0.9 mi 7.4
SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY Rochester 1.2 mi 5.4
SCHOOL 25-NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Rochester 1.2 mi 3.0
HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER -ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS Rochester 1.2 mi 6.8
HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER Rochester 1.2 mi
VERTUS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester 1.0 mi 5.3
GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLOUR CITY CAMPUS Rochester 1.5 mi 5.1
SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL Rochester 1.5 mi 4.6
SCHOOL 33-JOHN JAMES AUDUBON Rochester 1.5 mi 2.5
SCHOOL 45-MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE Rochester 1.7 mi 4.0
ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY Rochester 1.5 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,270

Median Home Value

$304,100

Median Rent

$1,129/mo

Population

17,577

College Educated

59.5%

Homeownership

16.9%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

31.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Genesee Community Charter School

What grades does Genesee Community Charter School serve?

Genesee Community Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Genesee Community Charter School?

Genesee Community Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Genesee Community Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Genesee Community Charter School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Genesee Community Charter School rank in NY?

Genesee Community Charter School ranks #3,360 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Genesee Community Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Genesee Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Genesee Community Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Genesee Community Charter School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Genesee Community Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Genesee Community Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Genesee Community Charter School a Title I school?

No, Genesee Community Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Genesee Community Charter School?

51.1% of students at Genesee Community Charter 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.0%

District

GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
223
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,014
District Rank
#1 of 1

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