Serving 258 students in grades 9-12, School Without Walls ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SCHOOL WITHOUT WALLS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Rochester, NY, covering approximately 37.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
School Without Walls ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
School Without Walls's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
School Without Walls ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of School Without Walls is 0.65, 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
#1489 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
Showing 2002–2016. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School Without Walls's ranking?
School Without Walls is ranked #1489 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are School Without Walls often compared to?
School Without Wallsis often viewed alongside schools like James Monroe Upper School, Rochester Early College International High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of School Without Walls?
The graduation rate of School Without Walls is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend School Without Walls?
258 students attend School Without Walls.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of School Without Walls students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School Without Walls?
School Without Walls has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does School Without Walls offer ?
School Without Walls offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is School Without Walls part of?
School Without Walls is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is School Without Walls located?
School Without Walls is located in the Pearl Meigs Monroe neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Pearl Meigs Monroe.
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