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School 15-children's School of Rochester (the)
Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
85 HILLSIDE AVE, Rochester, NY 14610
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,263 of 4,742
In Rochester
#48 of 108
public schools
In district
#11 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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School 15-children's School of Rochester (the)
Elementary School in Rochester · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 15-children's School of Rochester (the)
School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,263 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) 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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School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) — Students at School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 6.6/10.
How School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) Compares
See how School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
85 HILLSIDE AVE, Rochester, NY 14610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCHESTER CLASSICAL ACADEMY (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, GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ORA ACADEMY Rochester | 0.3 mi | — |
| ROCHESTER CLASSICAL ACADEMY Rochester | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rochester | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| TALMUDICAL INSTITUTE OF UPSTATE NY Rochester | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| VERTUS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| SCHOOL 28-HENRY HUDSON Rochester | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ROCHESTER ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 0.9 mi | — |
| EAST LOWER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| HILLSIDE CHILDRENS CENTER-ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS Rochester | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER -ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS Rochester | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER Rochester | 0.9 mi | — |
| SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER Rochester | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| TWELVE CORNERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| SCHOOL 35-PINNACLE Rochester | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| SCHOOL 46-CHARLES CARROLL Rochester | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SCHOOL 52-FRANK FOWLER DOW Rochester | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 5.4 |
| HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.4 |
| HOOSIC VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schaghticoke, NY | 5.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 5.4 |
| JACKSON MAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 5.4 |
| LAWRENCE PRIMARY SCHOOL AT #2 SCHOOL Inwood, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 15-children's School of Rochester (the)
What grades does School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) serve?
School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend School 15-children's School of Rochester (the)?
School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 15-children's School of Rochester (the)?
The student-teacher ratio at School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) rank in NY?
School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) ranks #3,263 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 15-children's School of Rochester (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?
School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) 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.
What are the test scores at School 15-children's School of Rochester (the)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) a charter school?
No, School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) a Title I school?
No, School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 15-children's School of Rochester (the)?
75.0% of students at School 15-children's School of Rochester (the) 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
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (585) 262-8830
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #11 of 45
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