Serving 563 students in grades 7-8, Dake Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dake Junior High School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Dake Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dake Junior High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1142 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dake Junior High School's ranking?
Dake Junior High School is ranked #1142 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dake Junior High School often compared to?
Dake Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Irondequoit Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dake Junior High School?
563 students attend Dake Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Dake Junior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dake Junior High School?
Dake Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dake Junior High School offer ?
Dake Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dake Junior High School part of?
Dake Junior High School is part of West Irondequoit Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Dake Junior High School located?
Dake Junior High School is located in the West Irondequoit neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in West Irondequoit.
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