For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,116 students in 14609, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in 14609, NY are Vertus Charter School and East Upper High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 14609 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 14609, NY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 14609 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Upper High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14609, NY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vertus Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21 Humboldt St
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 747-8911
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 747-8911
Grades: 9-12
| 336 students
Rank: #22.
East Upper High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1801 E Main St
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 288-3130
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 288-3130
Grades: 9-12
| 780 students
14609, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Florence S. Brown Pre-k Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
500 Webster Avenue
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 288-2410
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 288-2410
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 14609, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 14609, NY include Vertus Charter School and East Upper High School.
How many public high schools are located in 14609?
2 public high schools are located in 14609.
What is the racial composition of students in 14609?
14609 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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