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School 29-adlai E Stevenson

Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

88 KIRKLAND RD, Rochester, NY 14611

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

236

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

236

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,297 of 4,742

In Rochester

#83 of 108

public schools

In district

#27 of 45

ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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About School 29-adlai E Stevenson

School 29-adlai E Stevenson is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 29-adlai E Stevenson serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. School 29-adlai E Stevenson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,297 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for School 29-adlai E Stevenson show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district

3.9

This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
District avg 3.8
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, School 29-adlai E Stevenson sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

74% of students at School 29-adlai E Stevenson 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 Progress4.8Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.78 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency13.9% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency13.9% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading vs. State Avg-47 pts

Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-25.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile6th

Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio9.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$34,307

Chronic Absenteeism74.2%

School 29-adlai E Stevenson — Students at School 29-adlai E Stevenson score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 18.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 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

70%

ELA

50%

2010

Math

32%

ELA

27%

2011

Math

26%

ELA

18%

2012

Math

12%

ELA

12%

2013

Math

ELA

2014

Math

12%

ELA

17%

2015

Math

17%

ELA

12%

2016

Math

17%

ELA

17%

2017

Math

17%

ELA

17%

2018

Math

12%

ELA

12%

2019

Math

12%

ELA

12%

2020*

Math

15%

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

15%

ELA

19.2%

2022

Math

13.9%

ELA

13.9%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How School 29-adlai E Stevenson Compares

See how School 29-adlai E Stevenson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

3.9/10

9th percentile in NY

Academic

2.2/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

4.8/10

Below Average

Environment

4.4/10

Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

88%

Teaching Staff

9:1 student-teacher ratio

26 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

74.2%

Location

88 KIRKLAND RD, Rochester, NY 14611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School 29-adlai E Stevenson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREP-WEST CAMP (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES (rated 4.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
JOSEPH C WILSON FOUNDATION ACADEMY Rochester	0.2 mi	351	4.1
ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Rochester	0.2 mi	349	8.5
JOSEPH C WILSON MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Rochester	0.5 mi	759	6.3
SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES Rochester	0.4 mi	251	4.4
TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREP-WEST CAMP Rochester	0.5 mi	803	6.5
SCHOOL 17-ENRICO FERMI Rochester	0.8 mi	602	3.8
SCHOOL 16-JOHN WALTON SPENCER Rochester	0.7 mi	353	4.1
SCHOOL 2-CLARA BARTON Rochester	0.7 mi	301	3.3
ROCHESTER ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester	1.0 mi	821	5.1
SCHOOL 19-DR CHARLES T LUNSFORD Rochester	0.8 mi	313	2.9
DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY Rochester	1.4 mi	311	5.7
TRUE NORTH ROCHESTER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester	1.3 mi	1,313	6.6
SCHOOL 5-JOHN WILLIAMS Rochester	1.3 mi	590	3.3
SCHOOL 54-FLOWER CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester	1.5 mi	316	2.9
DR. ALICE HOLLOWAY YOUNG SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Rochester	1.2 mi	285	3.3
ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY Rochester	1.7 mi	782	3.3
SCHOOL 34-DR LOUIS A CERULLI Rochester	2.3 mi	402	4.4
SCHOOL 8-ROBERTO CLEMENTE Rochester	2.2 mi	448	3.6
MARY CARIOLA CENTER Rochester	2.0 mi	367	7.7
SCHOOL 9-DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR Rochester	2.0 mi	597	3.4

Neighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School 29-adlai E Stevenson

What grades does School 29-adlai E Stevenson serve?

School 29-adlai E Stevenson serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend School 29-adlai E Stevenson?

School 29-adlai E Stevenson has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School 29-adlai E Stevenson?

The student-teacher ratio at School 29-adlai E Stevenson is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School 29-adlai E Stevenson rank in NY?

School 29-adlai E Stevenson ranks #4,297 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is School 29-adlai E Stevenson's MySchoolScout rating?

School 29-adlai E Stevenson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 29-adlai E Stevenson?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School 29-adlai E Stevenson has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is School 29-adlai E Stevenson a charter school?

No, School 29-adlai E Stevenson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School 29-adlai E Stevenson a Title I school?

No, School 29-adlai E Stevenson is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 29-adlai E Stevenson?

88.1% of students at School 29-adlai E Stevenson 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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Walk Score: 77 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 43 Some Transit
Bike Score: 56 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment: 236
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 26
Free/Reduced Lunch: 88.1%
Type: regular
Setting: Midsize City
County: Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 74.2%
Phone: (585) 328-8228

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District

ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Enrollment: 22,164
Schools in District: 46
Per-Pupil Spending: $34,307
District Rank: #27 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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