Serving 1,538 students in grades 9-12, Rome Free Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rome Free Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rome Free Academy's student population of 1,538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rome Free Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rome Free Academy is 0.38, 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
#294 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
78%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rome Free Academy's ranking?
Rome Free Academy is ranked #294 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rome Free Academy often compared to?
Rome Free Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas R Proctor High School, New Hartford Senior High School, Whitesboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rome Free Academy?
The graduation rate of Rome Free Academy is 83%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Rome Free Academy?
1,538 students attend Rome Free Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rome Free Academy students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rome Free Academy?
Rome Free Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rome Free Academy offer ?
Rome Free Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rome Free Academy part of?
Rome Free Academy is part of Rome City School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
Brand new school with excellent facilities. Strong AP program (one earned 8 courses toward college and National AP scholar recognition).
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