Florence Brasser School

The Florence Brasser School, located in Rochester, serves about 400 K-5 students and gives a lively, personal feel that the community embraces as their best elementary school option. The school has about 33 full-time teachers and a counselor for a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 that relies on structure and support.

Approximately 35% of students in recent state tests achieved proficiency in math, and approximately 32% in reading. About 37% of the student population is from a minority background, and 41% of families are economically disadvantaged.

The school staff emphasizes social-emotional development using "The Brasser Way," emphasizing respect, responsibility, hard work, and compassion; and they also have a social-emotional program called Second Step. In the nearby Town of Chili, where many students reside, the latest figures indicate that median home values are between $237K and $300k.

Florence Brasser Elementary School hosted a community reading night focused on engaging families in literacy activities.

1. How does Florence Brasser Elementary help support families in being involved?

The school encourages families to take an active role in their child's learning and in participating in school-sponsored events to provide the best educational experience possible.

2. What are the goals for student learning at the school?

Florence Brasser is dedicated to providing students with meaningful learning experiences that help build academic excellence and foster personal development.

3. How can parents give input to the school?

The school allows parents to give input and share suggestions for working with the staff to improve the learning environment.

4. What programs does the school have to support students in achieving academic success?

Florence Brasser has a range of programs and services to provide students with an optimal experience to achieve and make academic progress.

5. How does the school celebrate student success?

The school recognizes and celebrates the successes of the students in order to motivate and encourage them to continue their successful experiences.