Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alden Primary At Townline ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Attendance Zone: Alden Primary at Townline's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alden, NY, covering an area of 56.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 8 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alden Primary At Townline's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alden Primary At Townline is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-64%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Alden Primary At Townline often compared to?
Alden Primary At Townlineis often viewed alongside schools like Akron Middle School, Alden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average).
How many students attend Alden Primary At Townline?
299 students attend Alden Primary At Townline.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Alden Primary At Townline students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alden Primary At Townline?
Alden Primary At Townline has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alden Primary At Townline offer ?
Alden Primary At Townline offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alden Primary At Townline part of?
Alden Primary At Townline is part of Alden Central School District.
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