Very Good
#1024 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 22% in state
Southlawn School
Elementary School · WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
455 RAWLINSON RD, Rochester, NY 14617
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,024 of 4,742
In Rochester
#10 of 108
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Southlawn School
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About Southlawn School
Southlawn School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NY, part of WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Southlawn School serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southlawn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,024 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Southlawn School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Southlawn School — Students at Southlawn School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 7.7/10.
How Southlawn School Compares
See how Southlawn School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
455 RAWLINSON RD, Rochester, NY 14617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southlawn School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKVIEW SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BRIARWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LISTWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY Rochester | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| BROOKVIEW SCHOOL Rochester | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Rochester | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| FRANKLIN UPPER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| FRANKLIN LOWER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| DAKE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| LISTWOOD SCHOOL Rochester | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| ST KATERI SCHOOL Rochester | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| BISHOP KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN Rochester | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Rochester | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| SENECA SCHOOL Rochester | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| NAZARETH ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| RISE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| SCHOOL 39-ANDREW J TOWNSON Rochester | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| SCHOOL 8-ROBERTO CLEMENTE Rochester | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL Rochester | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,530
Median Home Value
$179,100
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
21,287
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
86.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook, NY | 7.7 |
| BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKVIEW SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.7 |
| CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY | 7.7 |
| DANIEL WARREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mamaroneck, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southlawn School
What grades does Southlawn School serve?
Southlawn School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Southlawn School?
Southlawn School has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southlawn School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southlawn School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southlawn School rank in NY?
Southlawn School ranks #1,024 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Southlawn School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southlawn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Southlawn School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southlawn School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southlawn School a charter school?
No, Southlawn School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southlawn School a Title I school?
No, Southlawn School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southlawn School?
31.5% of students at Southlawn School 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
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 232
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.2%
- Phone
- (585) 266-5070
Resources & Links
District
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,645
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,563
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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