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#3264 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 53 Montessori Academy
Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
625 SCIO ST, Rochester, NY 14605
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,264 of 4,742
In Rochester
#49 of 108
public schools
In district
#12 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About School 53 Montessori Academy
School 53 Montessori Academy is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 53 Montessori Academy serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. School 53 Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,264 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 53 Montessori Academy show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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School 53 Montessori Academy — Students at School 53 Montessori Academy score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 5.6/10.
How School 53 Montessori Academy Compares
See how School 53 Montessori Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
625 SCIO ST, Rochester, NY 14605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 53 Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,255
Median Home Value
$81,000
Median Rent
$815/mo
Population
11,796
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
25.2%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
43.4%
Median Age
30.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 53 Montessori Academy
What grades does School 53 Montessori Academy serve?
School 53 Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend School 53 Montessori Academy?
School 53 Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 53 Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at School 53 Montessori Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 53 Montessori Academy rank in NY?
School 53 Montessori Academy ranks #3,264 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 53 Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
School 53 Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 53 Montessori Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 53 Montessori Academy has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 53 Montessori Academy a charter school?
No, School 53 Montessori Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 53 Montessori Academy a Title I school?
No, School 53 Montessori Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 53 Montessori Academy?
64.9% of students at School 53 Montessori Academy 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 268
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.5%
- Phone
- (585) 325-0935
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #12 of 45
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