Serving 814 students in grades 9-12, East Upper High 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rochester, NY, encompassing approximately 37.2 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 8.1 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Upper High School's student population of 814 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
814 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Motto
All in… All the Time!
School Rankings
East Upper High 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 Upper High School is 0.58, 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
#3370 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
Showing 2002–2015. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Upper High School's ranking?
East Upper High School is ranked #3370 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Upper High School?
The graduation rate of East Upper High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend East Upper High School?
814 students attend East Upper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of East Upper High School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Upper High School?
East Upper High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Upper High School offer ?
East Upper High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Upper High School part of?
East Upper High School is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is East Upper High School located?
East Upper High 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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