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#875 of 992 private schools in NY

Seton Catholic School

Elementary School

165 RHINECLIFF DR, Rochester, NY 14618

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

171

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

171

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#875 of 992

In Rochester

#29 of 30

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About Seton Catholic School

Seton Catholic School is a private elementary school in Rochester, NY. Seton Catholic School serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Seton Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #875 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.9 pts below NY schools

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This school 5.0 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 171 students, Seton Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Seton Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Seton Catholic School compares to 87 public schools serving similar grades in Rochester, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.9:1

This School

12.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

171

This School

462

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.0

This School

4.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.9% vs 0%

Black 2.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

Seton Catholic School Rochester Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Seton Catholic School (this school)	—	171	13.9:1	5.0
TWELVE CORNERS MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.5 mi	791	10.1:1	7.2
SCHOOL 15-CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER (THE)	0.7 mi	372	11.6:1	5.4
COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	733	14.7:1	5.3
SCHOOL 35-PINNACLE	1.3 mi	382	11.2:1	3.3
SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER	1.3 mi	307	11.4:1	4.1
ROCHESTER ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL	1.5 mi	266	14.8:1	—
SCHOOL 28-HENRY HUDSON	1.5 mi	600	9.2:1	4.4
GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLOUR CITY CAMPUS	1.8 mi	118	10.7:1	5.1
EAST LOWER SCHOOL	1.8 mi	363	7.9:1	6.1
GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL	1.8 mi	223	11.7:1	5.2
SCHOOL 46-CHARLES CARROLL	1.8 mi	314	12.1:1	4.9
INDIAN LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	538	10.3:1	6.9
ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL	2.0 mi	350	14:1	7.8
ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY	2.2 mi	782	13.7:1	3.3
FRENCH ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	713	12.1:1	6.2
SCHOOL 52-FRANK FOWLER DOW	2.3 mi	297	11.4:1	3.6
SCHOOL 33-JOHN JAMES AUDUBON	2.5 mi	889	12.9:1	2.5
SCHOOL 58-WORLD OF INQUIRY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	928	12.1:1	4.5
SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY	2.8 mi	268	11.7:1	5.4
SCHOOL 25-NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE	2.9 mi	281	10:1	3.0

Showing 20 of 87 schools. View all schools in Rochester

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention

C+ 3.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,091.2

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 21%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 171

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.9%

Two or More 5.8%

Black 2.9%

Hispanic 1.2%

Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

165 RHINECLIFF DR, Rochester, NY 14618

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seton Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLEL COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOOL 15-CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER (THE) (rated 5.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROCHESTER CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
TWELVE CORNERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester	0.5 mi	791	7.2
BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL Rochester	0.7 mi	1,182	8.9
SCHOOL 15-CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER (THE) Rochester	0.7 mi	372	5.4
ORA ACADEMY Rochester	0.7 mi	8	—
COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester	0.7 mi	733	5.3
ROCHESTER CLASSICAL ACADEMY Rochester	0.9 mi	33	5.4
HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER -ANDREWS TRAHEY CAMPUS Rochester	0.8 mi	68	6.8
HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CENTER Rochester	0.8 mi	16	—
TALMUDICAL INSTITUTE OF UPSTATE NY Rochester	1.1 mi	31	6.8
THE HARLEY SCHOOL Rochester	1.2 mi	463	7.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER Rochester	1.4 mi	14	—
VERTUS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester	1.5 mi	336	5.3
ROCHESTER ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester	1.5 mi	266	—
SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER Rochester	1.3 mi	307	4.1
SCHOOL 28-HENRY HUDSON Rochester	1.5 mi	600	4.4
DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AND PRESCHOOL Rochester	1.2 mi	124	6.6
SCHOOL 35-PINNACLE Rochester	1.3 mi	382	3.3
HILLEL COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Rochester	1.4 mi	81	7.5
EAST LOWER SCHOOL Rochester	1.8 mi	363	6.1
RICH BEGINNINGS CHILD CARE CENTER Rochester	1.8 mi	7	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,647

Median Home Value

$301,300

Median Rent

$1,407/mo

Population

24,621

College Educated

76.4%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

15.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY	236	5.0
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY	202	5.0
PS 156 LAURELTON Springfield Gardens, NY	166	5.0
PS 170 Bronx, NY	148	5.0
PS 287 BAILEY K ASHFORD Brooklyn, NY	121	5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seton Catholic School

What grades does Seton Catholic School serve?

Seton Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Seton Catholic School?

Seton Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seton Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Seton Catholic School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Seton Catholic School rank in NY?

Seton Catholic School ranks #875 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Seton Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seton Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Seton Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Seton Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Seton Catholic School a religious school?

Seton Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 71 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 28 Some Transit
Bike Score: 65 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment: 171
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Monroe County
Phone: (585) 473-6604

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