Serving 766 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Rochester Prep Charter School 3 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester Prep Charter School 3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rochester Prep Charter School 3's student population of 766 students has grown by 190% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 566% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
Curious. Confident. College-Prepared.
School Rankings
Rochester Prep Charter School 3 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 Rochester Prep Charter School 3 is 0.44, 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
#2354 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
72%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester Prep Charter School 3's ranking?
Rochester Prep Charter School 3 is ranked #2354 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rochester Prep Charter School 3 often compared to?
Rochester Prep Charter School 3is often viewed alongside schools like Exploration Ele Cs - Science-technol, Renaissance Academy Charter School Of The Arts, Rochester Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Rochester Prep Charter School 3?
766 students attend Rochester Prep Charter School 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rochester Prep Charter School 3 students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochester Prep Charter School 3?
Rochester Prep Charter School 3 has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rochester Prep Charter School 3 offer ?
Rochester Prep Charter School 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rochester Prep Charter School 3 part of?
Rochester Prep Charter School 3 is part of Rochester Prep Charter School 3 School District.
In what neighborhood is Rochester Prep Charter School 3 located?
Rochester Prep Charter School 3 is located in the Group 14621 neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Group 14621.
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