Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, School 42-abelard Reynolds 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 12% (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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SCHOOL 42-ABELARD REYNOLDS serves the north part of Rochester, NY, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the nearest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
School 42-abelard Reynolds's student population of 465 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
School 42-abelard Reynolds 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 School 42-abelard Reynolds is 0.72, 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
#4309 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
42%
15%
White
15%
39%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School 42-abelard Reynolds's ranking?
School 42-abelard Reynolds is ranked #4309 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are School 42-abelard Reynolds often compared to?
School 42-abelard Reynoldsis often viewed alongside schools like English Village Elementary School, Longridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% 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 School 42-abelard Reynolds?
465 students attend School 42-abelard Reynolds.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of School 42-abelard Reynolds students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 42-abelard Reynolds?
School 42-abelard Reynolds has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 42-abelard Reynolds offer ?
School 42-abelard Reynolds offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is School 42-abelard Reynolds part of?
School 42-abelard Reynolds is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is School 42-abelard Reynolds located?
School 42-abelard Reynolds is located in the Charlotte neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Charlotte.
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