Needs Improvement
#4568 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 5-john Williams
Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
555 N PLYMOUTH AVE, Rochester, NY 14608
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,568 of 4,742
In Rochester
#94 of 108
public schools
In district
#34 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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School 5-john Williams
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About School 5-john Williams
School 5-john Williams is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 5-john Williams serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. School 5-john Williams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,568 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 5-john Williams show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at School 5-john Williams 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 5-john Williams — Students at School 5-john Williams score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
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: 3.5/10.
How School 5-john Williams Compares
See how School 5-john Williams 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
555 N PLYMOUTH AVE, Rochester, NY 14608
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 5-john Williams may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES (rated 4.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood 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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| ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY Rochester, NY | 3.3 |
| BLASDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blasdell, NY | 3.3 |
| BLONEVA BOND PRIMARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 3.3 |
| BROOKLYN EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
| FRANK P LONG INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bellport, NY | 3.3 |
| LAKESHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 5-john Williams
What grades does School 5-john Williams serve?
School 5-john Williams serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend School 5-john Williams?
School 5-john Williams has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 5-john Williams?
The student-teacher ratio at School 5-john Williams is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 5-john Williams rank in NY?
School 5-john Williams ranks #4,568 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 5-john Williams's MySchoolScout rating?
School 5-john Williams 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 5-john Williams?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 5-john Williams has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 5-john Williams a charter school?
No, School 5-john Williams is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 5-john Williams a Title I school?
No, School 5-john Williams is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 5-john Williams?
94.7% of students at School 5-john Williams 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
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.7%
- Phone
- (585) 325-2255
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #34 of 45
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