What Rome City School District does

Rome City School District (RCSD) is a public K-12 school district operating in Oneida County, New York, serving approximately 5,176 students across nearly 100 square miles encompassing the City of Rome and surrounding communities of Lee, Lake Delta, and Westernville. The district operates nine schools: Rome Free Academy (grades 9-12), Strough Middle School (grades 7-8), six elementary schools (Bellamy, Denti, Gansevoort, John E. Joy, Ridge Mills, and Stokes), and a Pre-Kindergarten Center. Founded in 1848 as Rome Academy and transitioned to Rome Free Academy in 1869, the district is governed by a nine-member elected Board of Education and led by Superintendent Nerlande Anselme.

The district delivers a comprehensive instructional and student-support portfolio including 35 AP/college-credit courses, JROTC, ENL services for 120+ English Language Learners across 23 languages, special education services, mental health counseling (27 professionals), 29 interscholastic sports, 44 student clubs, and a full-day Pre-K program. Its operational technology stack integrates SchoolTool (student information system), ClassLink (single sign-on), ParentSquare (family communications), ClearTrack/MTSS Edge (special education), First View (bus tracking), and MySchoolBucks (cafeteria payments) — all procured third-party platforms rather than proprietary IP. Under the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), all students receive free breakfast and lunch.

RCSD is funded by a $157.4 million annual budget drawn from local property taxes, New York State Foundation Aid, federal categorical programs (Title I, IDEA), and one-time ESSER COVID-relief funds. Enrollment is driven by residence within NYSED-mandated attendance zones; competition is structurally precluded within district boundaries. Go-to-market is community-led, with stakeholder engagement through Board of Education meetings, ParentSquare, social media, the Superintendent's e-newsletter, the 2025-established Rome Parent Partnership Council, and community budget forums introduced in the 2024-2025 school year.

Name

Rome City School District

Legal name

Rome City School District

Website

https://romecsd.org

Company type

Public

Founded year

1848

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Rome City School District is a public K-12 school district in Oneida County, New York, serving approximately 5,176 students across nine schools from Pre-K through grade 12, funded by a $157.4M annual budget drawn from property taxes, state aid, and federal programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH), After-School Academic Support Programs (Centers & Clubs) (EDAJALAM)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Special education services
• English language learner programs
• Career technical education
• Pre-kindergarten programs

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Property Tax Revenue: Primary local funding source from property taxes assessed within the district boundaries
2. State Education Funding: New York State education funding and Foundation Aid
3. Federal COVID-19 Relief (ESSER): American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief funds for pandemic recovery
4. Federal Programs: Title I, IDEA, and other federal education program funding

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Rome City School District operates a public K-12 education system serving approximately 5,176 students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 across 9 schools. The district delivers core academic instruction, 35 AP and college credit courses, special education services (ICT, Consultant Teacher, Resource), English as a New Language support, mental health counseling, athletics, music and arts, and Career and Technical Education pathways in partnership with Madison-Oneida BOCES, including a new Welding program launching Fall 2026. Free breakfast and lunch are provided to all students under the federal Community Eligibility Provision.

Product overview

Rome City School District operates a comprehensive public education system serving approximately 5,176 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district includes Rome Free Academy (high school grades 9-12), Strough Middle School (grades 7-8), six elementary schools (K-6: Bellamy, Denti, Gansevoort, John E. Joy, Ridge Mills, Stokes), and a Pre-Kindergarten center. Supporting programs include 35 AP/college credit courses, 29 athletic programs, JROTC, music and arts (with 11 consecutive 'Best Communities for Music Education' awards), English as a New Language services (120+ ELL students, 23 languages), Special Education (ICT, Consultant Teacher, Resource services), Mental Health Support (27 professionals), Career Training via BOCES (including welding starting Fall 2026), and Food Services under CEP (all students eat free). The district utilizes integrated platforms including SchoolTool SIS, Classlink SSO, ParentSquare communications, ClearTrack special education portal, and First View bus tracking.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Rome Free Academy (High School, Grades 9-12) Public high school serving grades 9-12 with Advanced Placement courses, dual credit opportunities, JROTC, career training, music and arts programs, 29 interscholastic sports, and 44 student clubs. Located at 95 Dart Circle, Rome, NY.
• Strough Middle School (Grades 7-8) Public middle school serving grades 7-8 with academic programs, counseling services, athletics, and after-school activities. Located at 801 Laurel Street, Rome, NY.
• Francis Bellamy Elementary School (Grades K-6) Public elementary school serving grades K-6, home of the Bulldogs mascot. Named after Francis Bellamy, author of the Pledge of Allegiance. Located at 7118 Brennon Avenue, Rome, NY.
• Louis V. Denti Elementary School (Grades K-6) Public elementary school serving grades K-6, home of the Lions mascot. Located at 1001 Ruby Street, Rome, NY.
• Gansevoort Elementary School (Grades K-6) Public elementary school serving grades K-6, home of the Gators mascot. Located at 758 West Liberty Street, Rome, NY.
• John E. Joy Elementary School (Grades K-6) Public elementary school serving grades K-6. Located at 8194 Bielby Road, Rome, NY.
• Ridge Mills Elementary School (Grades K-6) Public elementary school serving grades K-6. Located at 7841 Ridge Mills Road, Rome, NY.
• Stokes Elementary School (Grades K-6) Public elementary school serving grades K-6, home of the Eagles mascot. Located at 9095 Turin Road, Rome, NY.
• Pre-Kindergarten Program (Early Childhood Program) Full-day pre-kindergarten program located at 409 Bell Road, designed to broaden early learning experiences through play-based curriculum.
• Athletics Programs 29 interscholastic sports programs offered across fall, winter, and spring seasons at Rome Free Academy, directed by the Director of Athletics.
• JROTC (Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps) Military education program at Rome Free Academy focused on leadership development, citizenship, and personal responsibility.
• Music and Arts Program Comprehensive music and arts education including instrumental lessons starting in 5th grade. District has earned the NAMM Foundation 'Best Communities for Music Education' award for 11 consecutive years.
• English as a New Language (ENL) Program English language learning program serving 120+ English Language Learners speaking 23 different languages, compliant with NYSED CR Part 154-2 regulations and supported by an ENL Teacher Consultant.
• Special Education Services Comprehensive special education services including Consultant Teacher Services, Integrated Co-Taught (ICT) Services, and Resource Services for students with disabilities. Overseen by the Director of Special Education and supported by the ClearTrack parent portal for IEP management.
• Mental Health Support Services District employs 27 mental health professionals providing counseling, social work, and psychological services across all schools.
• Food Services Breakfast and lunch program operated under the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), providing free meals to all students with no application required. A la carte items available for purchase via MySchoolBucks.
• Career Training Programs (BOCES) Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities delivered in partnership with Madison-Oneida BOCES, including a new Welding program launching Fall 2026 to provide additional college and career pathways.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduation rate increased from 74% to 78%
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Air Force Research LaboratorycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing STEM and technology connections through Griffiss Business Park location.
• Connected Community SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting whole-child wellness and community-based services integration.
• Madison-Oneida BOCEScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional BOCES providing career training programs, data analysis, SchoolTool support, and professional development.
• Mohawk Valley Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal college partner providing dual enrollment and college credit pathways for students.
• Griffiss InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit supporting STEM education and workforce development connected to Griffiss Business Park.
• City of RomecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal partnership for community services and shared resources.
• Oneida CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty partnership for social services and community support.
• Dollars for ScholarsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerScholarship organization supporting college access for local students.
• Jervis Public LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity library partnership for literacy and learning resources.
• Mohawk Valley Community Action AgencyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity action agency supporting families in need.
• NAACP Rome ChapterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCivil rights organization partnership for equity and inclusion initiatives.
• NYS Education DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState education department providing regulatory oversight and funding.
• Rome Art and Community CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArts and community programming partnership.
• Rome Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness community partnership for career pathways and workforce development.
• Rome College FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal scholarship foundation supporting college-bound students.
• Rome Police DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool resource officers and campus safety partnership.
• Rome Refugee ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupport services for refugee families and ENL students.
• Tri-Valley YMCAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth development and wellness partnership.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Holland Patent Central School District: Nearby central school district of similar enrollment size with comparable student demographics, programming breadth, and reliance on regional BOCES services.
• Oneida City School District: Adjacent Madison County district serving a comparable upstate NY community with similar enrollment scale, demographic mix, and K-12 programming breadth.
• Utica City School District: Largest neighboring urban-core school district within Oneida County, NY, with similar socioeconomic profile, comparable K-12 program breadth, and similar urban enrollment scale to Rome CSD.
• New Hartford Central School District: Nearby suburban district in Oneida County competing for the same regional families, with comparable enrollment, demographics, and academic programming.
• Whitesboro Central School District: Adjacent suburban central school district in Oneida County with overlapping attendance zones, comparable size, and similar operating scale and program offerings to Rome CSD.
• Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Central School District: Comparable upstate NY central school district serving a similar rural-suburban population with overlapping K-12 academic, athletic, and CTE offerings.
• Camden Central School District: Similar-size rural-suburban central school district within the broader Oneida County region with comparable enrollment scale and academic programming.

Broad incumbents

• Syracuse City School District: Larger urban school district in central NY offering a similar full K-12 portfolio of regular, special, ENL, and CTE programming but at materially greater enrollment scale.
• Rochester City School District: Major upstate NY urban school district with broad portfolio of K-12 instruction, special education, ENL, athletics, and CTE programs analogous to RCSD's offerings but at substantially larger scale.

Regional players

• Herkimer Central School District: Mohawk Valley regional central school district serving nearby communities, with comparable enrollment scale and similar reliance on regional BOCES services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/romecsd
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC8BoYZyGLUorkU1Ec_YP20w
• Facebookfacebook.com/romecsdny
• Instagraminstagram.com/romecsd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rome-city-school-district

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Subsidiaries9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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