Briarwood School

215 Briarwood Dr
Rochester, NY 14617
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 158 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Briarwood School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 158 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 10% in NY
  • : 80-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Briarwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

Briarwood School's student population of 158 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar

School Rankings

Briarwood School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarwood School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#359 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
80-89%
52%
70-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
76%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Briarwood School's ranking?
Briarwood School is ranked #359 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Briarwood School often compared to?
Briarwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Autumn Lane Elementary School, Allen Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Briarwood School?
158 students attend Briarwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Briarwood School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briarwood School?
Briarwood School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Briarwood School offer ?
Briarwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Briarwood School part of?
Briarwood School is part of West Irondequoit Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Briarwood School located?
Briarwood School is located in the West Irondequoit neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in West Irondequoit.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 158 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 80-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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