SCHOOL 7-VIRGIL GRISSOM

SCHOOL 7-VIRGIL GRISSOM is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ROCHESTER, NY with about 536 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 44 teachers, SCHOOL 7-VIRGIL GRISSOM has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Virgil Grissom School No. 7 is a public elementary school located in the Edgerton neighborhood of Rochester, New York, serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Rochester City School District, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and personal development within a diverse urban community. The school’s mission emphasizes creating a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential through a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academics with social-emotional learning.

Beyond the classroom, School No. 7 focuses on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding community to enhance the overall student experience. The school is named after Virgil Grissom, one of the original Mercury Seven astronauts, a namesake that often inspires a focus on science and exploration within the school’s culture. By providing a structured and nurturing atmosphere, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond, ensuring they are well-equipped to contribute positively to their community.

For more information, contact SCHOOL 7-VIRGIL GRISSOM at (585) 254-3110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.