SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY

SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ROCHESTER, NY with about 663 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 45 teachers, SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

School 50, officially known as the Helen Barrett Montgomery School, is a public elementary school located at 301 Seneca Avenue in Rochester, New York. As part of the Rochester City School District, the school serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 6. It is named in honor of Helen Barrett Montgomery, a prominent Rochester-based suffragist, educator, and social reformer who was the first woman to be elected president of a major Christian denomination and a dedicated advocate for women’s rights and educational access.

The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By aligning with the broader mission of the Rochester City School District, School 50 emphasizes equity and the preparation of students for future success through a diverse and inclusive curriculum. The school serves as a neighborhood hub, aiming to engage families and the local community in the educational process while honoring the legacy of its namesake through a commitment to excellence and civic responsibility.

For more information, contact SCHOOL 50-HELEN BARRETT MONTGOMERY at (585) 266-0331 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.