For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,116 students in 14609, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 14609, NY are Vertus Charter School and East Upper High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 14609 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 14609, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 14609 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Upper High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 14609, NY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vertus Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21 Humboldt St
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 747-8911
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 747-8911
Gr: 9-12 | 336 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
East Upper High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 E Main St
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 288-3130
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 288-3130
Gr: 9-12 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
14609, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Florence S. Brown Pre-k Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
500 Webster Avenue
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 288-2410
Rochester, NY 14609
(585) 288-2410
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 14609, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 14609, NY include Vertus Charter School and East Upper High School.
How many public high schools are located in 14609?
2 public high schools are located in 14609.
What is the racial composition of students in 14609?
14609 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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