ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL 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 331 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 33 teachers, ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL 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.

ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL (RECIHS), located on Genesee Street, is a specialized institution within the Rochester City School District. It operates with a unique academic model that bridges the gap between traditional high school and higher education. The school is specifically designed to provide students with the opportunity to earn both a high school diploma and significant college credit—sometimes up to an associate degree—simultaneously. By partnering with local colleges, the school aims to make post-secondary education more accessible and affordable for its students while fostering a rigorous, college-preparatory culture.

The school emphasizes a global perspective, as reflected in its "International" designation, and focuses on preparing students for the demands of the modern workforce and university life. The environment is typically characterized by smaller class sizes and a supportive atmosphere that encourages academic independence, critical thinking, and long-term goal setting. By immersing students in a collegiate curriculum early on, Rochester Early College aims to increase graduation rates and ensure that its graduates are well-equipped to succeed in their future academic and professional endeavors.

For more information, contact ROCHESTER EARLY COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL at (585) 324-9010 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.