Serving 158 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Briarwood School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Briarwood School's student population of 158 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briarwood School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarwood School is 0.49, 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
#505 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
69%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarwood School's ranking?
Briarwood School is ranked #505 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 46% 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?
69% of Briarwood School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briarwood School?
Briarwood School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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