Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy's student population of 456 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4041 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
74%
16%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy's ranking?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is ranked #4041 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy often compared to?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Johanna Perrin Middle School, Leadership For Young Men, East Lower School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy?
456 students attend Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy offer ?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy part of?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy located?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is located in the Genesee Jefferson neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Genesee Jefferson.
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