Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SCHOOL 34-DR LOUIS A CERULLI serves the northwest part of Rochester, NY, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34's student population of 465 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 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 Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 is 0.63, 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
#4250 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
28%
31%
Black
53%
15%
White
5%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.1%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34's ranking?
Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 is ranked #4250 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34?
465 students attend Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34?
Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 offer ?
Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 part of?
Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 located?
Ida B Wells-barnett Elementary School 34 is located in the Edgerton neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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