Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-6,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 2% (which was lower than the New York state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 3% (which was lower than the New York state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 83% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)2%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)3%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
58%
16%
White
17%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2013-2014 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% NY state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% NY state average).
How many students attend School 30-general Elwell S Otis?
410 students attend School 30-general Elwell S Otis.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of School 30-general Elwell S Otis students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of School 30-general Elwell S Otis?
School 30-general Elwell S Otis has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 30-general Elwell S Otis offer ?
School 30-general Elwell S Otis offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is School 30-general Elwell S Otis part of?
School 30-general Elwell S Otis is part of Rochester City School District.
Recent Articles
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a MinuteExplore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.