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#3510 of 4,742 schools in NY
Monroe Lower School
Middle School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
164 ALEXANDER ST, Rochester, NY 14607
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,510 of 4,742
In Rochester
#57 of 108
public schools
In district
#14 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Monroe Lower School
Monroe Lower School is a public middle school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Monroe Lower School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Monroe Lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,510 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Monroe Lower School show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Monroe Lower School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Monroe Lower School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
98% of students at Monroe Lower 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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Monroe Lower School — Students at Monroe Lower School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Monroe Lower School Compares
See how Monroe Lower 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 Monroe Lower School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NATIVITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR. ALICE HOLLOWAY YOUNG SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 3.3/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 Monroe Lower School
What grades does Monroe Lower School serve?
Monroe Lower School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Monroe Lower School?
Monroe Lower School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monroe Lower School?
The student-teacher ratio at Monroe Lower School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monroe Lower School rank in NY?
Monroe Lower School ranks #3,510 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Monroe Lower School's MySchoolScout rating?
Monroe Lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Monroe Lower School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monroe Lower School has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Monroe Lower School a charter school?
No, Monroe Lower School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monroe Lower School a Title I school?
No, Monroe Lower School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monroe Lower School?
95.7% of students at Monroe Lower 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.8%
- Phone
- (585) 232-1530
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #14 of 45
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