ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
The Rochester City School District is an active, traditional public school system serving the vibrant community of Rochester, New York. Headquartered at 131 W Broad St, the district operates within a midsize city environment, managing 40 operational schools designed to foster achievement across all learning stages. Serving nearly 22,000 students, the district offers a complete educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside specialized ungraded learning programs. From early childhood education through high school graduation, the district provides structured academic pathways tailored to meet the needs of a diverse urban student body.

To support its comprehensive academic offerings, the Rochester City School District maintains a strong operational infrastructure anchored by a dedicated team of over 9,400 full-time equivalent staff members. Classroom learning is led by nearly 4,290 teachers and more than 710 instructional aides, creating a supportive environment for foundational skill-building and advanced coursework alike. This educational framework is reinforced by over 4,400 support staff professionals who oversee student services, administrative operations, and campus safety. For families exploring enrollment, students seeking academic opportunities, and researchers analyzing midsize urban district trends, comprehensive resources and district updates can be accessed online at www.rcsdk12.org.
40
Total Schools
21,990
Total Students
4,290.4
Full-Time Teachers
5.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White1,876
Hispanic7,887
Black10,352
Asian700
Two or More1,114
American Indian28
Pacific Islander21
  • Black
    10,352 (47.1%)
  • Hispanic
    7,887 (35.9%)
  • White
    1,876 (8.5%)
  • Two or More
    1,114 (5.1%)
  • Asian
    700 (3.2%)
  • American Indian
    28 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    21 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary24
Middle6
High9
Other13
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:40
Students:21,990*
Teachers (FTE):4,290.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.1
Schools in ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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