For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,309 students in 14608, NY.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 14608 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 14608, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14608, NY Public Preschools (2026-27)
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%
14608, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
190 Reynolds St
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 235-2820
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 235-2820
Gr: PK-6 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
85 Adams St
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 454-3525
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 454-3525
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1
15 Costar St
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 227-0190
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 227-0190
Gr: PK-2
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 14608, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 14608, NY include School 19-dr Charles T Lunsford, School 25-nathaniel Hawthorne and School 5-john Williams.
How many public preschools are located in 14608?
3 public preschools are located in 14608.
What is the racial composition of students in 14608?
14608 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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