Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Genesee Community Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genesee Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Genesee Community Charter School's student population of 214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Genesee Community Charter School is 0.66, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)60-64%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
28%
16%
White
50%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Genesee Community Charter School?
214 students attend Genesee Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Genesee Community Charter School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Genesee Community Charter School?
Genesee Community Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Genesee Community Charter School offer ?
Genesee Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Genesee Community Charter School part of?
Genesee Community Charter School is part of Genesee Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Genesee Community Charter School located?
Genesee Community Charter School is located in the East Avenue neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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