Serving 232 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Southlawn 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 55-59% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southlawn School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Southlawn School's student population of 232 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Southlawn 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 Southlawn School is 0.55, 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
#1259 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
13%
16%
White
63%
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
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Southlawn School's ranking?
Southlawn School is ranked #1259 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Southlawn School?
232 students attend Southlawn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Southlawn School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southlawn School?
Southlawn School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southlawn School offer ?
Southlawn School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southlawn School part of?
Southlawn School is part of West Irondequoit Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Southlawn School located?
Southlawn 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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