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#1986 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 42% in state
School Without Walls
High School · ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
480 BROADWAY, Rochester, NY 14607
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,986 of 4,742
In Rochester
#27 of 108
public schools
In district
#5 of 45
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About School Without Walls
School Without Walls is a public high school in Rochester, NY, part of ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School Without Walls serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. School Without Walls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,986 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School Without Walls show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, School Without Walls sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
70% of students at School Without Walls 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 Without Walls — Students at School Without Walls score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 25 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How School Without Walls Compares
See how School Without Walls 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
480 BROADWAY, Rochester, NY 14607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School Without Walls may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER -ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is TALMUDICAL INSTITUTE OF UPSTATE NY (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JAMES MONROE UPPER SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 14607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,270
Median Home Value
$304,100
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
17,577
College Educated
59.5%
Homeownership
16.9%
Avg Commute
16.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School Without Walls
What grades does School Without Walls serve?
School Without Walls serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend School Without Walls?
School Without Walls has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School Without Walls?
The student-teacher ratio at School Without Walls is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School Without Walls rank in NY?
School Without Walls ranks #1,986 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School Without Walls's MySchoolScout rating?
School Without Walls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Without Walls?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School Without Walls has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is School Without Walls a charter school?
No, School Without Walls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School Without Walls a Title I school?
No, School Without Walls is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School Without Walls?
89.2% of students at School Without Walls 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 260
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.4%
- Phone
- (585) 546-6732
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,164
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,307
- District Rank
- #5 of 45
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