Needs Improvement
#4718 of 4,742 schools in NY
Northwest College Preparatory High School
Middle School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
940 FERNWOOD PK, Rochester, NY 14609
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
2.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
2.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,718 of 4,742
In Rochester
#107 of 108
public schools
In district
#45 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Northwest College Preparatory High School
Northwest College Preparatory High School is a public middle school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northwest College Preparatory High School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest College Preparatory High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,718 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Northwest College Preparatory High School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Northwest College Preparatory High 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 Northwest College Preparatory High 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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Northwest College Preparatory High School — Students at Northwest College Preparatory High School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 2.8/10.
How Northwest College Preparatory High School Compares
See how Northwest College Preparatory High 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
940 FERNWOOD PK, Rochester, NY 14609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest College Preparatory High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EAST LOWER SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST IRONDEQUOIT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,933
Median Home Value
$144,500
Median Rent
$1,122/mo
Population
40,171
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest College Preparatory High School
What grades does Northwest College Preparatory High School serve?
Northwest College Preparatory High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Northwest College Preparatory High School?
Northwest College Preparatory High School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest College Preparatory High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest College Preparatory High School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwest College Preparatory High School rank in NY?
Northwest College Preparatory High School ranks #4,718 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Northwest College Preparatory High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest College Preparatory High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 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 Northwest College Preparatory High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwest College Preparatory High School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Northwest College Preparatory High School a charter school?
No, Northwest College Preparatory High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwest College Preparatory High School a Title I school?
No, Northwest College Preparatory High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwest College Preparatory High School?
95.8% of students at Northwest College Preparatory High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 238
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 98.3%
- Phone
- (585) 324-9289
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #45 of 45
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