Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, School 52-frank Fowler Dow 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
School 52-frank Fowler Dow ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School 52-frank Fowler Dow's student population of 297 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Frank Fowler Dow School No. 52, in partnership with parents and the community, is committed to preparing our students to value themselves and others, attain their highest level of achievement, become lifelong learners, and serve as productive citizens.
School Rankings
School 52-frank Fowler Dow 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 School 52-frank Fowler Dow is 0.68, 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
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
46%
16%
White
19%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
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 School 52-frank Fowler Dow's ranking?
School 52-frank Fowler Dow is ranked #4031 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend School 52-frank Fowler Dow?
297 students attend School 52-frank Fowler Dow.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of School 52-frank Fowler Dow students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of School 52-frank Fowler Dow?
School 52-frank Fowler Dow has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 52-frank Fowler Dow offer ?
School 52-frank Fowler Dow offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is School 52-frank Fowler Dow part of?
School 52-frank Fowler Dow is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is School 52-frank Fowler Dow located?
School 52-frank Fowler Dow is located in the North Winton Village neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in North Winton Village.
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