Needs Improvement
#4641 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 7-virgil Grissom
Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
31 BRYAN ST, Rochester, NY 14613
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,641 of 4,742
In Rochester
#100 of 108
public schools
In district
#38 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About School 7-virgil Grissom
School 7-virgil Grissom is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 7-virgil Grissom serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. School 7-virgil Grissom has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,641 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 7-virgil Grissom show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at School 7-virgil Grissom 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 7-virgil Grissom — Students at School 7-virgil Grissom score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
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: 2.8/10.
How School 7-virgil Grissom Compares
See how School 7-virgil Grissom performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
31 BRYAN ST, Rochester, NY 14613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 7-virgil Grissom may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHLAWN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NAZARETH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,370
Median Home Value
$108,200
Median Rent
$939/mo
Population
14,740
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
30.5%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
33.3%
Median Age
32.1
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| CLYDE-SAVANNAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clyde, NY | 3.0 |
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| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 3.0 |
| GIFFEN MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 7-virgil Grissom
What grades does School 7-virgil Grissom serve?
School 7-virgil Grissom serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend School 7-virgil Grissom?
School 7-virgil Grissom has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 7-virgil Grissom?
The student-teacher ratio at School 7-virgil Grissom is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 7-virgil Grissom rank in NY?
School 7-virgil Grissom ranks #4,641 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 7-virgil Grissom's MySchoolScout rating?
School 7-virgil Grissom has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 7-virgil Grissom?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 7-virgil Grissom has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 7-virgil Grissom a charter school?
No, School 7-virgil Grissom is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 7-virgil Grissom a Title I school?
No, School 7-virgil Grissom is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 7-virgil Grissom?
82.4% of students at School 7-virgil Grissom 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
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.7%
- Phone
- (585) 254-3110
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #38 of 45
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