May 11, 2026
Penfield Named Among 2026 Best Communities for Music Education
Penfield Central School District was once again recognized as a Best Communities for Music Education, an honor given by the NAMM Foundation.
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May 11, 2026
Penfield Central School District was once again recognized as a Best Communities for Music Education, an honor given by the NAMM Foundation.
May 8, 2026
Penfield Central School District honored Roc Dogs as its 2026 Community Champion for Public Education for their ongoing support of middle and high school students.
April 27, 2026
In its 21-year history, Penfield High School’s FIRST Robotics Team, 1511 Rolling Thunder, has established itself as a force to be reckoned with.
April 27, 2026
More than 1,000 students at Penfield High School, just over 70 percent of all students, earned accolades for their academic success in the third quarter.
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By the Numbers
The Penfield Central School District is one of the top school districts in Monroe County. Our schools are consistently ranked in the top for academic performance, and our district is known for its outstanding educational program and its focus on the whole student. We encourage families to reach out to learn more about our school district!

District Goals
The Board of Education has established District Goals that provide the over-arching, student-focused direction for everything we do as a district. These goals focus on academic achievement, partnerships, and fiscal responsibility and ensure that the district continues to move forward in providing the best possible education for our students.

The Whole Student
Penfield CSD is committed to educating the whole student. The District acknowledges, respects, honors, and values the diversity of our community by welcoming all cultural identities, orientations, and abilities. We foster a culture where ALL feel safe, seen, heard, and represented. We are committed to Educational Equity.