Serving 364 students in grades 6-8, East Lower School 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 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Lower School serves the entire district in Rochester, NY, encompassing an area of 37.2 square miles, with most students living within a typical 10-12 minute drive and an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Lower School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
East Lower School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lower School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4246 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
46%
31%
Black
42%
15%
White
8%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lower School's ranking?
East Lower School is ranked #4246 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East Lower School often compared to?
East Lower Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like School 58-world Of Inquiry School, School Of The Arts, Johanna Perrin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend East Lower School?
364 students attend East Lower School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of East Lower School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 8% 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 East Lower School?
East Lower School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Lower School offer ?
East Lower School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Lower School part of?
East Lower School is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is East Lower School located?
East Lower School is located in the North Winton Village neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in North Winton Village.
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