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#2556 of 4,742 schools in NY
James Monroe Upper School
High School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
164 ALEXANDER ST, Rochester, NY 14607
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,556 of 4,742
In Rochester
#36 of 108
public schools
In district
#7 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About James Monroe Upper School
James Monroe Upper School is a public high school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. James Monroe Upper School serves approximately 649 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. James Monroe Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,556 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for James Monroe Upper School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, James Monroe Upper School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
92% of students at James Monroe Upper 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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James Monroe Upper School — Students at James Monroe Upper School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 9.4/10.
How James Monroe Upper School Compares
See how James Monroe Upper 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
164 ALEXANDER ST, Rochester, NY 14607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Monroe Upper School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER -ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TALMUDICAL INSTITUTE OF UPSTATE NY (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS (rated 6.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood 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 James Monroe Upper School
What grades does James Monroe Upper School serve?
James Monroe Upper School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend James Monroe Upper School?
James Monroe Upper School has an enrollment of approximately 649 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Monroe Upper School?
The student-teacher ratio at James Monroe Upper School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Monroe Upper School rank in NY?
James Monroe Upper School ranks #2,556 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is James Monroe Upper School's MySchoolScout rating?
James Monroe Upper 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 James Monroe Upper School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Monroe Upper School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is James Monroe Upper School a charter school?
No, James Monroe Upper School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Monroe Upper School a Title I school?
No, James Monroe Upper School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Monroe Upper School?
91.4% of students at James Monroe Upper 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 649
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 92.1%
- Phone
- (585) 232-1530
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #7 of 45
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