Serving 878 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elm Tree Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elm Tree Elementary School serves a substantial attendance area of approximately 468.2 square miles in Corona, NY, with typical driving times of 20 to 30 minutes and distances reaching up to 26 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Tree Elementary School's student population of 878 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
878 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elm Tree Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Tree Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3554 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
87%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-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 is Elm Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Tree Elementary School is ranked #3554 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Elm Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Elm Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 13 Clement C Moore, P.s. 7 Louis F Simeone by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Elm Tree Elementary School?
878 students attend Elm Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Elm Tree Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Tree Elementary School?
Elm Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elm Tree Elementary School offer ?
Elm Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elm Tree Elementary School part of?
Elm Tree Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #24.
In what neighborhood is Elm Tree Elementary School located?
Elm Tree Elementary School is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Corona, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Flushing.
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