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#2639 of 4,742 schools in NY
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Elm Community Charter School
Elementary School · ELM COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL
79-17 51ST AVE, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,639 of 4,742
In Elmhurst
#11 of 16
public schools
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Elm Community Charter School
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About Elm Community Charter School
Elm Community Charter School is a public elementary school in Elmhurst, NY, part of ELM COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL. Elm Community Charter School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,639 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Elm Community Charter School show 55% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Elm Community Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
60% of students at Elm Community Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Elm Community Charter School — Students at Elm Community Charter School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
How Elm Community Charter School Compares
See how Elm Community Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
79-17 51ST AVE, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Community Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 102 BAYVIEW (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 12 JAMES B COLGATE (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Woodside), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elmhurst, see our Elmhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,470
Median Home Value
$683,200
Median Rent
$1,913/mo
Population
99,433
College Educated
29.6%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
42.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBERTUS W BECKER SCHOOL Selkirk, NY | 6.0 |
| BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg, NY | 6.0 |
| BREWERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 6.0 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.0 |
| DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Community Charter School
What grades does Elm Community Charter School serve?
Elm Community Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Elm Community Charter School?
Elm Community Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Community Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Community Charter School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elm Community Charter School rank in NY?
Elm Community Charter School ranks #2,639 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Elm Community Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Community Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Elm Community Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Community Charter School has 55% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Elm Community Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Elm Community Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Elm Community Charter School a Title I school?
No, Elm Community Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.0%
- Phone
- (917) 699-4212
Resources & Links
District
ELM COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 442
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,424
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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