Below Average
#4368 of 4,739 schools in NY
School 4-george Mather Forbes
Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
198 DR SAMUEL MCCREE WAY, Rochester, NY 14611
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Rochester
#82 of 108
public schools
New York elementary schools
#2,293 of 2,549
In district
#35 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very strong
About School 4-george Mather Forbes
SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES is an elementary school located in Rochester, New York, enrolling PK through grade 6 students. With a total of 251 students and a student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1, the school benefits from personalized attention with 24 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to its educational programs. Situated in a mid-size city setting, SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES offers a supportive environment for young learners.
The academic performance reflects areas where there is room for growth, with an ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 22% and Math proficiency at 13%. The school's MySchoolScout Rating stands at 4.2 out of 10, placing it in the 27th percentile among New York state schools. Despite these figures, the community focuses on student development and improvement.
SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES is situated within a vibrant city neighborhood that offers various resources for families seeking additional educational opportunities and support outside of school hours.
Score Breakdown
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School 4-george Mather Forbes — Students at School 4-george Mather Forbes score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 11 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: 2.3/10.
How School 4-george Mather Forbes Compares
See how School 4-george Mather Forbes performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 31% (2019) to 32% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 35% (2019) to 47% (2021).
Location
198 DR SAMUEL MCCREE WAY, Rochester, NY 14611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 4-george Mather Forbes may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL 29-ADLAI E STEVENSON (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOOL 54-FLOWER CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL 2-CLARA BARTON (rated 5.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding School 4-george Mather Forbes has a median household income of $29,870. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $77,900, with a median rent of $1,024/month. The area has a poverty rate of 38.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.2 |
| DALTON-NUNDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nunda, NY | 4.2 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malverne, NY | 4.2 |
| LAURELTON-PARDEE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 4.2 |
| MCCONNELLSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blossvale, NY | 4.2 |
| PS 207 Bronx, NY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 4-george Mather Forbes
What grades does School 4-george Mather Forbes serve?
School 4-george Mather Forbes serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend School 4-george Mather Forbes?
School 4-george Mather Forbes has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 4-george Mather Forbes?
The student-teacher ratio at School 4-george Mather Forbes is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 4-george Mather Forbes rank in NY?
School 4-george Mather Forbes is ranked #4368 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is School 4-george Mather Forbes's MySchoolScout rating?
School 4-george Mather Forbes has a composite rating of 4.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at School 4-george Mather Forbes?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, School 4-george Mather Forbes has 12.6% math proficiency and 21.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is School 4-george Mather Forbes a charter school?
No, School 4-george Mather Forbes is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 4-george Mather Forbes a Title I school?
No, School 4-george Mather Forbes is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 4-george Mather Forbes?
90.0% of students at School 4-george Mather Forbes 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
- City Safety
- High (3,924/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Rochester). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Phone
- (585) 235-7848
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #35 of 45
How We Rate Schools
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