Needs Improvement
#4355 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 17-enrico Fermi
Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
158 ORCHARD ST, Rochester, NY 14611
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,355 of 4,742
In Rochester
#84 of 108
public schools
In district
#28 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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School 17-enrico Fermi
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About School 17-enrico Fermi
School 17-enrico Fermi is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 17-enrico Fermi serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. School 17-enrico Fermi has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,355 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 17-enrico Fermi show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
75% of students at School 17-enrico Fermi 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 17-enrico Fermi — Students at School 17-enrico Fermi score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 5.1/10.
How School 17-enrico Fermi Compares
See how School 17-enrico Fermi performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
158 ORCHARD ST, Rochester, NY 14611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 17-enrico Fermi may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREP-WEST CAMP (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES (rated 4.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,870
Median Home Value
$77,900
Median Rent
$1,024/mo
Population
17,595
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
32.6%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
38.4%
Median Age
34.5
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| CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 3.8 |
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| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo, NY | 3.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 17-enrico Fermi
What grades does School 17-enrico Fermi serve?
School 17-enrico Fermi serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend School 17-enrico Fermi?
School 17-enrico Fermi has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 17-enrico Fermi?
The student-teacher ratio at School 17-enrico Fermi 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 17-enrico Fermi rank in NY?
School 17-enrico Fermi ranks #4,355 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 17-enrico Fermi's MySchoolScout rating?
School 17-enrico Fermi has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 17-enrico Fermi?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 17-enrico Fermi has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 17-enrico Fermi a charter school?
No, School 17-enrico Fermi is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 17-enrico Fermi a Title I school?
No, School 17-enrico Fermi is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 17-enrico Fermi?
88.7% of students at School 17-enrico Fermi 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 602
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.6%
- Phone
- (585) 436-2560
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #28 of 45
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