JAMES MONROE HIGH SCHOOL

JAMES MONROE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ROCHESTER, NY with about 856 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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 80 teachers, JAMES MONROE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

JAMES MONROE HIGH SCHOOL, located on Ridgeway Avenue in Rochester, New York, is a comprehensive secondary school operating under the Rochester City School District (RCSD). Serving a diverse student population, the school is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success by offering a curriculum that balances core academic requirements with opportunities for personal and professional development. As part of the Rochester City School District, the school utilizes the district's broader resources to support student achievement, equity, and college and career readiness.

The school environment at James Monroe emphasizes community engagement and student support, aiming to foster a learning atmosphere where students can thrive both academically and socially. By providing various extracurricular activities, sports programs, and academic pathways, the school seeks to address the unique needs of its urban student body. Parents, students, and community members can access the latest information regarding academic calendars, school policies, and district-wide updates through the official RCSD website provided.

For more information, contact JAMES MONROE HIGH SCHOOL at (585) 232-1530 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.