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West Ridge Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 380 students

 
 
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4 stars

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Posted October 2, 2010

The faculty members at West Ridge are amazing. They are supportive & caring. My son is a 5th grader and has grown & thrived in his school career at West Ridge.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 30, 2010

Great families, community spirit and a caring, committed staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 20, 2010

I love that all 3 of my kids will be going to this school and be there overlapping times to help each other out. The teachers make a great effort to get to know the families along with the students and that makes it so much easier for the other siblings to feel comfortable as they move up through the grades.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 18, 2010

I love West Ridge Elementary school because it is based on family, and community. I have 2 boys alredy there and 1 more coming in and they will all be in the same school, and will be able to take care of each other if someone needs help. The entire staff is amazing, the principle makes sure he knows every student, and says hello to them and makes an effort to make them feel safe!! I would not go to any other school!! We love West Ridge!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 6, 2010

The best kepy secret in Greece. Teachers are amazing and go above and beyond. Each child is an individual and every teacher knows every child by name. The older children mentor the younger children. The children are happy and enjoy school!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 21, 2010

We have two children that attend this school. Our son has autism and is doing very well. Our school has a great support staff and enthusiastic group of teachers to help all students succeed in the academic and social skills. Our family has been blessed by our choice of sending our two children to West Ridge.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 20, 2010

Both of our children thrive at this school. Every teacher that we have had so far are just wonderful. I feel like they really care for our kids. The family groupings are wonderful. The kids get to know the teachers even before they have them and the parents build a great relationship with the teachers from child to child. It's a great school all around and we feel very lucky to have our children go to this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 1, 2010

I love West Ridge. The teachers are wonderful and I could not ask for more for my children
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 10, 2005

I am very pleased to with the academic programs, enrichment opportunities, and parent involvement at west ridge elementary. It is a model school for academic programs and student behavior. The 'school is for learning' focus keeps children focused and excited about learning. Once a week, classes with in each grade (k-2 and 3-5) are divided into learning groups or 'families.' This enables children of multiple grade levels to have work together on projects, allowing children to mentor and learn from each other while getting to know other grade level teachers. I have found all of the staff (teachers, administrators, and support staff) to be more than willing to work with parents as partners in education. This is also evident by the large pta envolvement by both parents & staff. Activities include instrumental music, chess club, book club, fitness club, and many guest speakers. It is a great school!
—Submitted by a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
56%

2011

 
 
68%
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
81%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 60% in 2012.

63 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
62%
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

65 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
74%
Science

The state average for Science was 88% in 2011.

73 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 58% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
49%
Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
70%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New York used the New York State Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English language arts and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The results for English language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles and the science results will be added when they are released in the Fall of 2013. The tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New York. The goal is for 90% of students to meet or exceed grade-level standards on the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 85% 49%
Hispanic 6% 22%
Black 5% 19%
Asian 3% 8%
Two or more races 1% 1%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 126%N/A48%
Limited English proficient 22%N/A7%
Source: 1 NCES, 2010-2011
Source: 2 NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 14%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 3%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 0%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

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1010 English Rd
Rochester, NY 14616
Phone: (585) 966-4400

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