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Paul Road School

Elementary School · GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

571 PAUL RD, Rochester, NY 14624

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,572 of 4,742

In Rochester

#59 of 108

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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5.0/10

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

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About Paul Road School

Paul Road School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Paul Road School serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Paul Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,572 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Paul Road School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-16.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.9 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,397
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Paul Road School — Students at Paul Road School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 42.2% (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
91%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
23%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
34.3%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
37.4%
ELA
31%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Paul Road School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in NY
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

Location

571 PAUL RD, Rochester, NY 14624

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Paul Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ETHEL K FYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREP-WEST CAMP (rated 6.5/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
FLORENCE BRASSER SCHOOL Rochester 1.2 mi 4.3
ARCHANGEL SCHOOL Rochester 2.2 mi 7.4
WALT DISNEY SCHOOL Rochester 2.5 mi 3.5
GATES CHILI MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester 3.4 mi 5.1
GATES CHILI HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 3.6 mi 7.1
HOPE HALL SCHOOL Rochester 3.5 mi 8.8
CHESTNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 2.9 mi 5.7
NEIL ARMSTRONG SCHOOL Rochester 4.0 mi 3.9
NORTHSTAR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rochester 4.6 mi 6.8
TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester 4.1 mi 6.6
WILLIAM C MUNN SCHOOL Spencerport 5.2 mi 4.2
ETHEL K FYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 4.4 mi 7.3
DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY Rochester 4.3 mi 5.7
T J CONNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsville 5.6 mi 4.6
SCHOOL 16-JOHN WALTON SPENCER Rochester 4.5 mi 4.1
HENRY V BURGER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Henrietta 5.4 mi 6.3
MARY K VOLLMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Henrietta 5.4 mi 7.8
WHEATLAND-CHILI HIGH SCHOOL Scottsville 5.8 mi 5.3
TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREP-WEST CAMP Rochester 4.8 mi 6.5
EDISON CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 5.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,046

Median Home Value

$172,200

Median Rent

$1,249/mo

Population

38,834

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Paul Road School

What grades does Paul Road School serve?

Paul Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Paul Road School?

Paul Road School has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul Road School?

The student-teacher ratio at Paul Road School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Paul Road School rank in NY?

Paul Road School ranks #3,572 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Paul Road School's MySchoolScout rating?

Paul Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Paul Road School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Paul Road School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Paul Road School a charter school?

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

Is Paul Road School a Title I school?

No, Paul Road School is not currently a Title I school.

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

39.5% of students at Paul Road 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

GATES CHILI CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,775
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,397
District Rank
#3 of 6

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