In addition, the region features 20 private schools with nearly 3,500 students in preschool through high school. From kindergarten through high school, these private schools offer families the opportunity to have students attend a school based on a specific curriculum, religious affiliation, or teaching approach. And with a wealth of higher education options in Rochester, residents can earn an A.A., B.S., M.B.A .or a Ph.D., day or night.
Education IN ROCHESTER
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A community is only as strong as its education system. And if there’s one thing that Rochester residents take pride in, it’s their schools – and rightfully, so. Excellent education is the cornerstone of a solid community and Rochester is no exception. From high-performing public schools to leading private schools to higher education opportunities aplenty, Rochester’s planning around education has resulted in a community that values education success at every turn. From preschool to trade school or college, the region boasts exceptional academic achievement and opportunities at every turn. Within the public school arena, an area that covers 218 square miles, Rochester boasts 27 schools including 17 elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools and one alternative learning center. In all, the Rochester Public School District 535 serves over 18,100 students, with approximately 85% of students graduating from high school in four years. Families with preschool-age children can also enjoy an array of experiential and social learning options including half-time and full-time programs, extended care, and in-home daycare.
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