Serving 584 students in grades 3-6, Lime Kiln 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lime Kiln Elementary School serves the northern part of Suffern, NY, covering an area of approximately 12.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone are typically within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lime Kiln Elementary School's student population of 584 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lime Kiln 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 Lime Kiln Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#4234 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 is Lime Kiln Elementary School's ranking?
Lime Kiln Elementary School is ranked #4234 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lime Kiln Elementary School often compared to?
Lime Kiln Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kakiat Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lime Kiln Elementary School?
584 students attend Lime Kiln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lime Kiln Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lime Kiln Elementary School?
Lime Kiln Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lime Kiln Elementary School offer ?
Lime Kiln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lime Kiln Elementary School part of?
Lime Kiln Elementary School is part of East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley).
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