Serving 169 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Seneca School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Seneca School's student population of 169 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seneca School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seneca School is 0.43, 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
#1093 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 Seneca School's ranking?
Seneca School is ranked #1093 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Seneca School often compared to?
Seneca Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colebrook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Seneca School?
169 students attend Seneca School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Seneca School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seneca School?
Seneca School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seneca School offer ?
Seneca School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca School part of?
Seneca School is part of West Irondequoit Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Seneca School located?
Seneca School is located in the West Irondequoit neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in West Irondequoit.
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