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#796 of 992 private schools in NY

Rochester Classical Academy

Elementary School

1775 E AVE, Rochester, NY 14610

Private

Enrollment

33

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#796 of 992

In Rochester

#26 of 30

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Rochester Classical Academy

5.4/10

Elementary School in Rochester · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rochester Classical Academy

Rochester Classical Academy is a private elementary school in Rochester, NY. Rochester Classical Academy serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rochester Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #796 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.5 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 33 students, Rochester Classical Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Rochester Classical Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Rochester Classical Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Rochester Classical Academy compares to 75 public schools serving similar grades in Rochester, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
33
This School
vs
432
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
4.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.9% vs 0%
Asian 6.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 3% vs 0%
Rochester Classical Academy Rochester Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Rochester Classical Academy (this school) 5.4
SCHOOL 15-CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER (THE) 5.4
ROCHESTER ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL
SCHOOL 28-HENRY HUDSON 4.4
SCHOOL 46-CHARLES CARROLL 4.9
COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL 5.3
SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER 4.1
SCHOOL 52-FRANK FOWLER DOW 3.6
INDIAN LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.9
SCHOOL 35-PINNACLE 3.3
GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL 5.2
SCHOOL 33-JOHN JAMES AUDUBON 2.5
ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL 7.8
HELENDALE ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL 6.1
SCHOOL 58-WORLD OF INQUIRY SCHOOL 4.5
GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLOUR CITY CAMPUS 5.1
SCHOOL 45-MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE 4.0
SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY 5.4
SCHOOL 25-NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE 3.0
ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY 3.3
ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 6.9

Showing 20 of 75 schools. View all schools in Rochester

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,118
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 33
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 90.9%
Asian 6.1%
Hispanic 3.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1775 E AVE, Rochester, NY 14610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rochester Classical Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL 15-CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER (THE) (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ORA ACADEMY Rochester 0.2 mi
SCHOOL 15-CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER (THE) Rochester 0.4 mi 5.4
ROCHESTER ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester 0.5 mi
SCHOOL 28-HENRY HUDSON Rochester 0.6 mi 4.4
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rochester 0.9 mi 5.0
EAST LOWER SCHOOL Rochester 1.0 mi 6.1
VERTUS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester 0.9 mi 5.3
EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.0 mi 6.8
COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester 1.1 mi 5.3
SCHOOL 46-CHARLES CARROLL Rochester 1.0 mi 4.9
TALMUDICAL INSTITUTE OF UPSTATE NY Rochester 0.9 mi 6.8
OUR LADY OF MERCY SCHOOL FOR YOUNG WOMEN Rochester 1.0 mi 5.2
HILLSIDE CHILDRENS CENTER-ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS Rochester 1.2 mi 6.8
SCHOOL 52-FRANK FOWLER DOW Rochester 1.4 mi 3.6
TWELVE CORNERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester 1.4 mi 7.2
BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.6 mi 8.9
SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER Rochester 1.3 mi 4.1
HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER -ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS Rochester 1.3 mi 6.8
HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER Rochester 1.3 mi
THE HARLEY SCHOOL Rochester 1.8 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,260

Median Home Value

$238,200

Median Rent

$1,181/mo

Population

14,082

College Educated

65.9%

Homeownership

54.4%

Avg Commute

15.5 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

42.5

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OAK HILL SCHOOL Scotia, NY 5.5
THE NEW SCHOOL Syracuse, NY 5.3
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CHILDRENS HOURS SCHOOL Geneva, NY 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rochester Classical Academy

What grades does Rochester Classical Academy serve?

Rochester Classical Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Rochester Classical Academy?

Rochester Classical Academy has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rochester Classical Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Rochester Classical Academy is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rochester Classical Academy rank in NY?

Rochester Classical Academy ranks #796 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Rochester Classical Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Rochester Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rochester Classical Academy a private school?

Yes, Rochester Classical Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Rochester Classical Academy a religious school?

Rochester Classical Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
33
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Monroe County

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