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#4458 of 4,742 schools in NY

School 8-roberto Clemente

Elementary School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

1180 ST PAUL ST, Rochester, NY 14621

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,458 of 4,742

In Rochester

#87 of 108

public schools

In district

#29 of 45

ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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About School 8-roberto Clemente

School 8-roberto Clemente is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 8-roberto Clemente serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. School 8-roberto Clemente has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,458 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for School 8-roberto Clemente show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district

3.6

This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
District avg 3.8
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

70% of students at School 8-roberto Clemente 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 Progress4.6Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.86 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics1.3Needs Improvement30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency4.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency5.9% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg-43.4 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-55 pts

Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-33.9 pts

Adjusted Percentile1th

Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1

Per-Pupil Spending$34,307

Chronic Absenteeism69.6%

School 8-roberto Clemente — Students at School 8-roberto Clemente score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 8.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

42.8% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 8.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

59.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 37 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

68%

ELA

42%

2010

Math

17%

ELA

13%

2011

Math

15%

ELA

13%

2012

Math

0.5%

ELA

2013

Math

ELA

2014

Math

ELA

2015

Math

ELA

2016

Math

ELA

2017

Math

ELA

2018

Math

ELA

2019

Math

ELA

2020*

Math

2.5%

ELA

7.5%

2021*

Math

2.3%

ELA

7.1%

2022

Math

4.4%

ELA

5.9%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How School 8-roberto Clemente Compares

See how School 8-roberto Clemente performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

3.6/10

6th percentile in NY

Academic

1.3/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

4.6/10

Below Average

Environment

4.7/10

Below Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

87%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

39 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

69.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1180 ST PAUL ST, Rochester, NY 14621

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School 8-roberto Clemente may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NAZARETH ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
EXPLORATION ELE CS - SCIENCE-TECHNOL Rochester	0.6 mi	399	6.0
UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN Rochester	0.9 mi	501	7.1
SCHOOL 5-JOHN WILLIAMS Rochester	1.0 mi	590	3.3
SCHOOL 7-VIRGIL GRISSOM Rochester	0.9 mi	443	3.0
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester	0.9 mi	1,035	4.2
SCHOOL 9-DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR Rochester	1.0 mi	597	3.4
SCHOOL 54-FLOWER CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester	0.9 mi	316	2.9
NAZARETH ELEMENTARY Rochester	1.1 mi	114	7.2
AQUINAS INSTITUTE Rochester	1.1 mi	775	5.6
SCHOOL 34-DR LOUIS A CERULLI Rochester	1.0 mi	402	4.4
SCHOOL 17-ENRICO FERMI Rochester	1.3 mi	602	3.8
SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY Rochester	1.3 mi	624	2.8
SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL Rochester	1.2 mi	466	4.6
RISE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester	1.6 mi	341	4.2
FRANKLIN UPPER SCHOOL Rochester	1.5 mi	1,006	4.3
FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL Rochester	1.5 mi	212	7.0
DR. ALICE HOLLOWAY YOUNG SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Rochester	2.0 mi	285	3.3
SCHOOL 4-GEORGE MATHER FORBES Rochester	2.1 mi	251	4.4
SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY Rochester	1.6 mi	268	5.4
SCHOOL 25-NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Rochester	1.6 mi	281	3.0

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

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COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip, NY	435	3.6
ENTERPRISE CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY	394	3.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School 8-roberto Clemente

What grades does School 8-roberto Clemente serve?

School 8-roberto Clemente serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend School 8-roberto Clemente?

School 8-roberto Clemente has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School 8-roberto Clemente?

The student-teacher ratio at School 8-roberto Clemente is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School 8-roberto Clemente rank in NY?

School 8-roberto Clemente ranks #4,458 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is School 8-roberto Clemente's MySchoolScout rating?

School 8-roberto Clemente has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 8-roberto Clemente?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School 8-roberto Clemente has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is School 8-roberto Clemente a charter school?

No, School 8-roberto Clemente is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School 8-roberto Clemente a Title I school?

No, School 8-roberto Clemente is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 8-roberto Clemente?

87.3% of students at School 8-roberto Clemente 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: 57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 42 Some Transit
Bike Score: 78 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 448
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 39
Free/Reduced Lunch: 87.3%
Type: regular
Setting: Midsize City
County: Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 69.6%
Phone: (585) 262-8888

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District

ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Enrollment: 22,164
Schools in District: 46
Per-Pupil Spending: $34,307
District Rank: #29 of 45

Other Schools in This District

ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 8.5 NORTHEAST COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL 7.3 FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL 7.0 EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL 6.8 SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS 6.7

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