Below Average
#4196 of 4,742 schools in NY
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy
Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
200 GENESEE ST, Rochester, NY 14611
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,196 of 4,742
In Rochester
#78 of 108
public schools
In district
#25 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,196 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
70% of students at Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy 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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Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy — Students at Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 37 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.1/10.
How Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy Compares
See how Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy 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
200 GENESEE ST, Rochester, NY 14611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREP-WEST CAMP (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES (rated 4.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,870
Median Home Value
$77,900
Median Rent
$1,024/mo
Population
17,595
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
32.6%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
38.4%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy
What grades does Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy serve?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy rank in NY?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy ranks #4,196 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy a charter school?
No, Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy a Title I school?
No, Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy?
94.0% of students at Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.1%
- Phone
- (585) 463-4100
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #25 of 45
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