Vertus Charter School

21 Humboldt St
Rochester, NY 14609
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, Vertus Charter School 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 348 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Vertus Charter School's student population of 348 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
21 teachers

School Rankings

Vertus Charter School 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 Vertus Charter School is 0.46, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2113 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
40-59%
52%
≥50%
49%
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
33%
31%
Black
66%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
65-69%
87%
(22-23)
94.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vertus Charter School's ranking?
Vertus Charter School is ranked #2113 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Vertus Charter School often compared to?
Vertus Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Preparatory Charter School For Young Men, School 58-world Of Inquiry School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vertus Charter School?
The graduation rate of Vertus Charter School is 65-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vertus Charter School?
348 students attend Vertus Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Vertus Charter School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Vertus Charter School offer ?
Vertus Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vertus Charter School part of?
Vertus Charter School is part of Vertus Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Vertus Charter School located?
Vertus Charter School is located in the North Winton Village neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in North Winton Village.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 348 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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