Serving 649 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mendon Center Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendon Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mendon Center Elementary School's student population of 649 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1963
First Day of School
Sat. Sep 6, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Rankings
Mendon Center Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mendon Center Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#625 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
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 Mendon Center Elementary School's ranking?
Mendon Center Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mendon Center Elementary School often compared to?
Mendon Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mendon Center Elementary School?
649 students attend Mendon Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mendon Center Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mendon Center Elementary School?
Mendon Center Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mendon Center Elementary School offer ?
Mendon Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mendon Center Elementary School part of?
Mendon Center Elementary School is part of Pittsford Central School District.
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