Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Link Elementary School 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: LINK Elementary School serves the west part of New City, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most residents living about 1 mile from its edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Link Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Link Elementary School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
366 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Link Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Link Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1809 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
47%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Leopards
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Link Elementary School's ranking?
Link Elementary School is ranked #1809 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Link Elementary School often compared to?
Link Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Link Elementary School?
366 students attend Link Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Link Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Link Elementary School?
Link Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Link Elementary School offer ?
Link Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Link Elementary School part of?
Link Elementary School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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