Serving 169 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Seneca School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Seneca School's student population of 169 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seneca School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seneca School is 0.47, 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
#1255 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
72%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca School's ranking?
Seneca School is ranked #1255 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Seneca School often compared to?
Seneca Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colebrook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Seneca School?
169 students attend Seneca School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Seneca School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seneca School?
Seneca School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seneca School offer ?
Seneca School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Seneca School part of?
Seneca School is part of West Irondequoit Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Seneca School located?
Seneca School is located in the West Irondequoit neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in West Irondequoit.
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