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#4595 of 4,742 schools in NY

School 42-abelard Reynolds

Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

3330 LAKE AVE, Rochester, NY 14612

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,595 of 4,742

In Rochester

#98 of 108

public schools

In district

#37 of 45

ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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School 42-abelard Reynolds

3.2/10

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

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About School 42-abelard Reynolds

School 42-abelard Reynolds is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 42-abelard Reynolds serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. School 42-abelard Reynolds has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,595 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for School 42-abelard Reynolds show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.8
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

67% of students at School 42-abelard Reynolds 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 Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-46.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-51 pts
Overall Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-31.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,307
Chronic Absenteeism67.4%

School 42-abelard Reynolds — Students at School 42-abelard Reynolds score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 16.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
49%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
24%
2012
Math
5%
ELA
7%
2013
Math
9%
ELA
8%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
1.1%
ELA
16.4%
2022
Math
6.8%
ELA
10%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How School 42-abelard Reynolds Compares

See how School 42-abelard Reynolds performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
3th percentile in NY
Academic
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.4%

Location

3330 LAKE AVE, Rochester, NY 14612

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School 42-abelard Reynolds may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRIARWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LISTWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.1 mi 7.3
VILLA OF HOPE Rochester 1.0 mi 7.3
DERECH HATORAH OF ROCHESTER Rochester 1.1 mi 6.6
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Rochester 1.6 mi 6.3
BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Rochester 1.5 mi 7.7
SENECA SCHOOL Rochester 1.3 mi 6.1
LONGRIDGE SCHOOL Rochester 1.5 mi 3.9
ENGLISH VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 1.5 mi 5.3
LAKESHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 1.8 mi 3.3
DAKE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.7 mi 5.7
IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.7 mi 7.7
IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester 1.7 mi 7.0
COLEBROOK SCHOOL Rochester 1.7 mi 7.0
ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester 2.2 mi 6.1
RISE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester 2.3 mi 4.2
SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL Rochester 2.2 mi 7.7
LISTWOOD SCHOOL Rochester 1.9 mi 7.5
ODYSSEY ACADEMY Rochester 1.9 mi 4.2
NAZARETH ELEMENTARY Rochester 2.7 mi 7.2
SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY Rochester 2.7 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,598

Median Home Value

$187,500

Median Rent

$1,069/mo

Population

35,339

College Educated

35.8%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

44.9

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School Rating
BALMVILLE SCHOOL Newburgh, NY 3.2
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BILINGUAL BICULTURAL SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY 3.2
BUCKMAN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY 3.2
CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF ROCHESTER CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY 3.2
GENERAL WILLIAM FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holland Patent, NY 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School 42-abelard Reynolds

What grades does School 42-abelard Reynolds serve?

School 42-abelard Reynolds serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend School 42-abelard Reynolds?

School 42-abelard Reynolds has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School 42-abelard Reynolds?

The student-teacher ratio at School 42-abelard Reynolds is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School 42-abelard Reynolds rank in NY?

School 42-abelard Reynolds ranks #4,595 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is School 42-abelard Reynolds's MySchoolScout rating?

School 42-abelard Reynolds has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 42-abelard Reynolds?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School 42-abelard Reynolds has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is School 42-abelard Reynolds a charter school?

No, School 42-abelard Reynolds is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School 42-abelard Reynolds a Title I school?

No, School 42-abelard Reynolds is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 42-abelard Reynolds?

84.3% of students at School 42-abelard Reynolds 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
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.4%

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