Serving 420 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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
School 42-abelard Reynolds ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
School 42-abelard Reynolds's student population of 420 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
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 0.70, 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
#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
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
48%
16%
White
16%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Longridge School, English Village Elementary 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?
420 students attend School 42-abelard Reynolds.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of School 42-abelard Reynolds students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 42-abelard Reynolds?
School 42-abelard Reynolds has a student ration of 14:1, 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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