For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,309 students in 14608, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 14608, NY are School 19-dr Charles T Lunsford, School 25-nathaniel Hawthorne and School 5-john Williams. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 14608 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 14608, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14608, NY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School 19-dr Charles T Lunsford
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
465 Seward St
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 328-7454
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 328-7454
Gr: PK-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
School 25-nathaniel Hawthorne
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
190 Reynolds St
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 288-3654
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 288-3654
Gr: PK-6 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
School 5-john Williams
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
555 N Plymouth Ave
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 325-2255
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 325-2255
Gr: PK-6 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 14608, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 14608, NY include School 19-dr Charles T Lunsford, School 25-nathaniel Hawthorne and School 5-john Williams.
How many public elementary schools are located in 14608?
3 public elementary schools are located in 14608.
What is the racial composition of students in 14608?
14608 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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