Below Average
#4137 of 4,742 schools in NY
Rise Community School
Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
279 W RIDGE RD, Rochester, NY 14615
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,137 of 4,742
In Rochester
#72 of 108
public schools
In district
#22 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Rise Community School
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About Rise Community School
Rise Community School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Rise Community School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rise Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,137 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Rise Community School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
79% of students at Rise Community 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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Rise Community School — Students at Rise Community School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 5.9/10.
How Rise Community School Compares
See how Rise Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
279 W RIDGE RD, Rochester, NY 14615
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rise Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIARWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NAZARETH ELEMENTARY Rochester | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN Rochester | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| AQUINAS INSTITUTE Rochester | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SCHOOL 7-VIRGIL GRISSOM Rochester | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL Rochester | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SCHOOL 34-DR LOUIS A CERULLI Rochester | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| SCHOOL 8-ROBERTO CLEMENTE Rochester | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| DERECH HATORAH OF ROCHESTER Rochester | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY Rochester | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHOOL 54-FLOWER CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| VILLA OF HOPE Rochester | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL Rochester | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| LONGRIDGE SCHOOL Rochester | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| SCHOOL 42-ABELARD REYNOLDS Rochester | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP CS Rochester | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,150
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
18,255
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A A GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Byron, NY | 4.2 |
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.2 |
| CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 4.2 |
| CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove, NY | 4.2 |
| EAST NEW YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn, NY | 4.2 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malverne, NY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rise Community School
What grades does Rise Community School serve?
Rise Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Rise Community School?
Rise Community School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rise Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rise Community School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rise Community School rank in NY?
Rise Community School ranks #4,137 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Rise Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rise Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Rise Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rise Community School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Rise Community School a charter school?
No, Rise Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rise Community School a Title I school?
No, Rise Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rise Community School?
93.8% of students at Rise Community 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.9%
- Phone
- (585) 254-4472
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #22 of 45
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