Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, School 8-roberto Clemente 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 6% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
School 8-roberto Clemente ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
School 8-roberto Clemente's student population of 436 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
DREAM, BELIEVE, EXECUTE
School Rankings
School 8-roberto Clemente 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 8-roberto Clemente is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4338 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
47%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School 8-roberto Clemente's ranking?
School 8-roberto Clemente is ranked #4338 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend School 8-roberto Clemente?
436 students attend School 8-roberto Clemente.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of School 8-roberto Clemente students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 8-roberto Clemente?
School 8-roberto Clemente has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 8-roberto Clemente offer ?
School 8-roberto Clemente offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is School 8-roberto Clemente part of?
School 8-roberto Clemente is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is School 8-roberto Clemente located?
School 8-roberto Clemente is located in the Group 14621 neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Group 14621.
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