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#148 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 3% in state

Pittsford-mendon High School

High School · PITTSFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

472 MENDON RD, Pittsford, NY 14534

Enrollment

933

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

8.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#148 of 4,742

In Pittsford

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

PITTSFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.9/10

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About Pittsford-mendon High School

Pittsford-mendon High School is a public high school in Pittsford, NY, part of PITTSFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pittsford-mendon High School serves approximately 933 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pittsford-mendon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Pittsford-mendon High School show 99% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.9
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency99.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency91% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation51.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,897
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Pittsford-mendon High School — Students at Pittsford-mendon High School score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 98.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 96.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2018
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2019
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2020*
Math
99.5%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
99.5%
ELA
82%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Pittsford-mendon High School Compares

See how Pittsford-mendon High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
97th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
29
13 boys' · 16 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
81 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
51.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
13 boys'·16 girls'·53 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

472 MENDON RD, Pittsford, NY 14534

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pittsford-mendon High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PITTSFORD SUTHERLAND HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EAST ROCHESTER JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby East Rochester), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsford, see our Pittsford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BARKER ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Pittsford 0.4 mi 7.8
THORNELL ROAD SCHOOL Pittsford 0.5 mi 8.4
CHRIST CLARION COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL Pittsford 0.6 mi
MENDON CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pittsford 0.7 mi 7.1
JEFFERSON ROAD SCHOOL Pittsford 1.5 mi 7.0
PARK ROAD SCHOOL Pittsford 1.4 mi 7.7
ST LOUIS SCHOOL Pittsford 1.9 mi 4.8
CALKINS ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Pittsford 1.5 mi 7.3
PITTSFORD SUTHERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Pittsford 2.0 mi 8.9
TRINITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rochester 3.0 mi 7.1
EAST ROCHESTER JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rochester 3.5 mi 5.0
EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester 3.5 mi 5.3
ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL East Rochester 3.9 mi 5.6
JEFFERSON AVENUE SCHOOL Fairport 3.4 mi 6.2
ALLENDALE COLUMBIA SCHOOL Rochester 4.1 mi 6.9
FRENCH ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 3.8 mi 6.2
RICH BEGINNINGS CHILD CARE CENTER Rochester 4.0 mi
ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL Rochester 4.6 mi 7.8
PINNACLE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rochester 3.5 mi
THE HARLEY SCHOOL Rochester 4.4 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,832

Median Home Value

$343,800

Median Rent

$1,676/mo

Population

33,361

College Educated

72.4%

Homeownership

90.1%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

47.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY 8.9
BYRAM HILLS HIGH SCHOOL Armonk, NY 8.9
DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown, NY 8.9
JERICHO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Jericho, NY 8.9
LOCUST VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Locust Valley, NY 8.9
PITTSFORD SUTHERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Pittsford, NY 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pittsford-mendon High School

What grades does Pittsford-mendon High School serve?

Pittsford-mendon High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Pittsford-mendon High School?

Pittsford-mendon High School has an enrollment of approximately 933 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pittsford-mendon High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pittsford-mendon High School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pittsford-mendon High School rank in NY?

Pittsford-mendon High School ranks #148 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Pittsford-mendon High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pittsford-mendon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Pittsford-mendon High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pittsford-mendon High School has 99% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Pittsford-mendon High School a charter school?

No, Pittsford-mendon High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pittsford-mendon High School a Title I school?

No, Pittsford-mendon High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
933
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
81
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

PITTSFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,582
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,897
District Rank
#1 of 9

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