Needs Improvement
#4672 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery
Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
301 SENECA AVE, Rochester, NY 14621
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,672 of 4,742
In Rochester
#105 of 108
public schools
In district
#43 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery
Elementary School in Rochester · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery
School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,672 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery 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 50-helen Barrett Montgomery — Students at School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 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: 2.5/10.
How School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery Compares
See how School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery 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
301 SENECA AVE, Rochester, NY 14621
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKVIEW SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIARWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL Rochester | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| FRANKLIN UPPER SCHOOL Rochester | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL Rochester | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BROOKVIEW SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN Rochester | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SCHOOL 8-ROBERTO CLEMENTE Rochester | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Rochester | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| NAZARETH ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Rochester | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL Rochester | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL Rochester | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SCHOOL 9-DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR Rochester | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| RISE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| DAKE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SCHOOL 25-NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Rochester | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| LISTWOOD SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY Rochester | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,534
Median Home Value
$83,300
Median Rent
$989/mo
Population
33,349
College Educated
11.7%
Homeownership
33.7%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST LINDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 2.8 |
| BEDFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 2.8 |
| CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 2.8 |
| FLEETWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge, NY | 2.8 |
| GOUVERNEUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gouverneur, NY | 2.8 |
| HYDE PARK SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery
What grades does School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery serve?
School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery?
School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery?
The student-teacher ratio at School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery rank in NY?
School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery ranks #4,672 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery's MySchoolScout rating?
School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 50-helen Barrett Montgomery?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery a charter school?
No, School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery a Title I school?
No, School 50-helen Barrett Montgomery is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 624
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.5%
- Phone
- (585) 266-0331
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #43 of 45
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