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School 2-clara Barton

Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

190 REYNOLDS ST, Rochester, NY 14608

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,566 of 4,742

In Rochester

#92 of 108

public schools

In district

#32 of 45

ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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School 2-clara Barton

3.3/10

Elementary School in Rochester · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About School 2-clara Barton

School 2-clara Barton is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 2-clara Barton serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. School 2-clara Barton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,566 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for School 2-clara Barton show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.8
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

65% of students at School 2-clara Barton 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-42.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-48.7 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,307
Chronic Absenteeism64.8%

School 2-clara Barton — Students at School 2-clara Barton score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
47.0% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 16.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 35 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
78%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2012
Math
2%
ELA
2%
2013
Math
3%
ELA
4%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
6.5%
ELA
20.3%
2022
Math
11.3%
ELA
12.2%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How School 2-clara Barton Compares

See how School 2-clara Barton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in NY
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.8%

Location

190 REYNOLDS ST, Rochester, NY 14608

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School 2-clara Barton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREP-WEST CAMP (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES (rated 4.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES Rochester 0.3 mi 4.4
SCHOOL 19-DR CHARLES T LUNSFORD Rochester 0.5 mi 2.9
JOSEPH C WILSON FOUNDATION ACADEMY Rochester 0.5 mi 4.1
ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 0.5 mi 8.5
DR. ALICE HOLLOWAY YOUNG SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Rochester 0.5 mi 3.3
JOSEPH C WILSON MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 0.7 mi 6.3
SCHOOL 29-ADLAI E STEVENSON Rochester 0.7 mi 3.9
SCHOOL 17-ENRICO FERMI Rochester 1.0 mi 3.8
ROCHESTER ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester 1.0 mi 5.1
SCHOOL 5-JOHN WILLIAMS Rochester 1.2 mi 3.3
ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY Rochester 1.1 mi 3.3
NATIVITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Rochester 1.1 mi 7.4
TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREP-WEST CAMP Rochester 1.2 mi 6.5
MARY CARIOLA CENTER Rochester 1.5 mi 7.7
SCHOOL 16-JOHN WALTON SPENCER Rochester 1.3 mi 4.1
SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS Rochester 1.3 mi 6.7
SCHOOL 9-DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR Rochester 1.7 mi 3.4
JAMES MONROE UPPER SCHOOL Rochester 1.4 mi 6.1
MONROE LOWER SCHOOL Rochester 1.4 mi 5.1
DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY Rochester 1.6 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14608 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,537

Median Home Value

$180,300

Median Rent

$898/mo

Population

12,417

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

22.5%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

31.8%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School 2-clara Barton

What grades does School 2-clara Barton serve?

School 2-clara Barton serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend School 2-clara Barton?

School 2-clara Barton has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School 2-clara Barton?

The student-teacher ratio at School 2-clara Barton is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School 2-clara Barton rank in NY?

School 2-clara Barton ranks #4,566 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is School 2-clara Barton's MySchoolScout rating?

School 2-clara Barton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 2-clara Barton?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School 2-clara Barton has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is School 2-clara Barton a charter school?

No, School 2-clara Barton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School 2-clara Barton a Title I school?

No, School 2-clara Barton is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 2-clara Barton?

81.7% of students at School 2-clara Barton qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.8%
Phone
(585) 235-2820

Resources & Links

School Website ↗ Google Maps & Reviews ↗ GreatSchools Profile ↗ Niche Reviews ↗ Official NCES Data ↗

District

ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
22,164
Schools in District
46
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,307
District Rank
#32 of 45

Other Schools in This District

ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 8.5 NORTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL 7.3 FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL 7.0 EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL 6.8 SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS 6.7

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NCES CCDSY 2022-23NY EDFACTS2021-22NCES EdFacts2019–2022Census ACS2019-2023MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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