Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- 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 448 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
DREAM, BELIEVE, EXECUTE
School Mascot
Mighty Mustang
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 0.64, 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
#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
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
37%
30%
Black
47%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
448 students attend School 8-roberto Clemente.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of School 8-roberto Clemente students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 8-roberto Clemente?
School 8-roberto Clemente has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to 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-8 (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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