Serving 264 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than 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: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Little Tor Elementary School serves the northwest part of New City, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being about 1.3 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Little Tor Elementary School's student population of 264 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Little Tor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Tor Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#965 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
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%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
15%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
4%
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
5%
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)13.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2024. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Tor Elementary School's ranking?
Little Tor Elementary School is ranked #965 out of 4,346 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?
80-84% 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 Little Tor Elementary School?
264 students attend Little Tor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Little Tor Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 5% 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 11:1, which is equal to 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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