Serving 823 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elm Tree Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm Tree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elm Tree Elementary School's student population of 823 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
823 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Elm Tree Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Tree Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#3554 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
88%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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 Elm Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Tree Elementary School is ranked #3554 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Elm Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Elm Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 7 Louis F Simeone, P.s. 13 Clement C Moore by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Elm Tree Elementary School?
823 students attend Elm Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Elm Tree Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elm Tree Elementary School?
Elm Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elm Tree Elementary School offer ?
Elm Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elm Tree Elementary School part of?
Elm Tree Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
In what neighborhood is Elm Tree Elementary School located?
Elm Tree Elementary School is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Corona, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Flushing.
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