Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elm Community Charter School 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 44:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Community Charter School's student population of 394 students has grown by 282% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elm Community Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Community Charter School is 0.49, 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
#1328 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
44:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
70%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Community Charter School's ranking?
Elm Community Charter School is ranked #1328 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Elm Community Charter School?
394 students attend Elm Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Elm Community Charter School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elm Community Charter School?
Elm Community Charter School has a student ration of 44:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elm Community Charter School offer ?
Elm Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elm Community Charter School part of?
Elm Community Charter School is part of Elm Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Elm Community Charter School located?
Elm Community Charter School is located in the Glendale neighborhood of Elmhurst, NY.
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