Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Alden Primary At Townline 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alden Primary At Townline's student population of 290 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alden Primary At Townline is 0.17, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-64%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
91%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average).
How many students attend Alden Primary At Townline?
290 students attend Alden Primary At Townline.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Alden Primary At Townline students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alden Primary At Townline?
Alden Primary At Townline has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alden Primary At Townline offer ?
Alden Primary At Townline offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alden Primary At Townline part of?
Alden Primary At Townline is part of Alden Central School District.
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