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Northside School

Elementary School · FAIRPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

181 HAMILTON RD, Fairport, NY 14450

Enrollment

564

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,848 of 4,742

In Fairport

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

FAIRPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Northside School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Fairport · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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About Northside School

Northside School is a public elementary school in Fairport, NY, part of FAIRPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northside School serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,848 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Northside School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-2.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,205
Chronic Absenteeism12.8%

Northside School — Students at Northside School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (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
96%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
44.3%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
50.7%
ELA
41.7%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Northside School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in NY
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

Location

181 HAMILTON RD, Fairport, NY 14450

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Penfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Penfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DUDLEY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairport, see our Fairport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
DUDLEY SCHOOL Fairport 0.1 mi 7.5
FAIRPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fairport 1.5 mi 8.4
BROOKS HILL SCHOOL Fairport 1.9 mi 6.6
JOHANNA PERRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairport 2.1 mi 6.8
MINERVA DELAND SCHOOL Fairport 2.2 mi 5.3
MARTHA BROWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairport 2.7 mi 6.9
HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 2.8 mi 8.0
MONROE 1 BOCES Fairport 2.6 mi 5.7
SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Penfield 3.4 mi 4.1
JEFFERSON AVENUE SCHOOL Fairport 3.0 mi 6.2
PENFIELD VILLAGE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Penfield 3.8 mi
PENFIELD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Penfield 3.9 mi 8.5
CHARLES FINNEY SCHOOL (THE) Penfield 3.9 mi 5.8
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 4.1 mi 5.9
COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 4.3 mi 7.4
ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL East Rochester 4.1 mi 5.6
EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester 4.2 mi 5.3
EAST ROCHESTER JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rochester 4.2 mi 5.0
BAY TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL Penfield 5.2 mi 7.0
SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 5.3 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,543

Median Home Value

$281,000

Median Rent

$1,258/mo

Population

43,063

College Educated

59.9%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

45.4

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BEEKMAN SCHOOL Poughquag, NY 5.8
BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park, NY 5.8
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BURR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Commack, NY 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northside School

What grades does Northside School serve?

Northside School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Northside School?

Northside School has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northside School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northside School rank in NY?

Northside School ranks #2,848 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Northside School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Northside School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northside School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Northside School a charter school?

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

Is Northside School a Title I school?

No, Northside School is not currently a Title I school.

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

26.2% of students at Northside 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

District

FAIRPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,334
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,205
District Rank
#7 of 8

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