Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Little Tor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 12:1 is higher than 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Tor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Little Tor Elementary School's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Little Tor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Tor Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1286 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
47%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Tor Elementary School's ranking?
Little Tor Elementary School is ranked #1286 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Little Tor Elementary School often compared to?
Little Tor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodglen Elementary School, Laurel Plains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Little Tor Elementary School?
273 students attend Little Tor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Little Tor Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Tor Elementary School?
Little Tor Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Little Tor Elementary School offer ?
Little Tor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Little Tor Elementary School part of?
Little Tor Elementary School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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