Southlawn School

Southlawn School serves 232 students in kindergarten through third grade in Rochester's suburban landscape, offering a strong foundation during these crucial early learning years. With 20 full-time teachers maintaining an excellent 11.6-to-1 student-teacher ratio, children receive considerable individual attention as they develop fundamental academic skills. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.7 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 86th percentile among New York elementary schools at #668 out of 4,758 statewide.

Students show particular strength in mathematics, with 70% achieving proficiency or above, while 55% meet reading benchmarks. This performance reflects the school's commitment to building strong foundational skills in literacy and numeracy during these formative grades. Southlawn draws families from the surrounding 14617 zip code area, where the median household income reaches $82,015 and nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 5.7% and median home values around $165,800 suggest a stable, education-focused community that values academic achievement. The school sits within Rochester's large suburban setting, providing students with a quieter learning environment while maintaining access to the resources and opportunities of a major metropolitan area.