Serving 294 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (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 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Tor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Tor Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1186 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
51%
41%
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
3%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
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 #1186 out of 4,093 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Little Tor Elementary School?
294 students attend Little Tor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Little Tor Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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