Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy ranks in the bottom 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 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy's student population of 351 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is 0.46, 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
#4267 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
72%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy's ranking?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is ranked #4267 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy often compared to?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Johanna Perrin Middle School, Leadership For Young Men, East Lower School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy?
351 students attend Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy offer ?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy part of?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy located?
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy is located in the Genesee Jefferson neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Genesee Jefferson.
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