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Elm Tree Elementary School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
50-51 98TH ST, Corona, NY 11368
Enrollment
823
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
823
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,526 of 4,742
In Corona
#12 of 14
public schools
In district
#54 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
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Elm Tree Elementary School
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About Elm Tree Elementary School
Elm Tree Elementary School is a public elementary school in Corona, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. Elm Tree Elementary School serves approximately 823 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Tree Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,526 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Elm Tree Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Elm Tree Elementary 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 Tree Elementary School — Students at Elm Tree Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.
How Elm Tree Elementary School Compares
See how Elm Tree Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50-51 98TH ST, Corona, NY 11368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Tree Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 110 (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL 3 (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 206 HORACE HARDING SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Rego Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corona, see our Corona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IS 61 LEONARDO DA VINCI Corona | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| CORONA ARTS AND SCIENCES ACADEMY Corona | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 110 Corona | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 13 CLEMENT C MOORE Elmhurst | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST LEO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Corona | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Elmhurst | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 206 HORACE HARDING SCHOOL (THE) Rego Park | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 16 NANCY DEBENEDITTIS SCHOOL (THE) Corona | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| PIONEER ACADEMY Corona | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND SEMINARY Elmhurst | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Elmhurst | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| VOYAGES PREPARATORY Elmhurst | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 19 MARINO JEANTET Corona | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| PS 14 FAIRVIEW Corona | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 28 THOMAS EMANUEL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (THE) Corona | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| NEWTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH SCIENCES Elmhurst | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARTS AND BUSINESS Corona | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Corona | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,798
Median Home Value
$751,700
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
107,060
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
22.1%
Avg Commute
44.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| D'YOUVILLE-PORTER CAMPUS Buffalo, NY | 3.4 |
| NORTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneva, NY | 3.4 |
| PS 44 THOMAS C BROWN Staten Island, NY | 3.4 |
| SCHOOL 9-DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR Rochester, NY | 3.4 |
| ANNA MURRAY-DOUGLASS ACADEMY Rochester, NY | 3.3 |
| BROOKLYN EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Tree Elementary School
What grades does Elm Tree Elementary School serve?
Elm Tree Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elm Tree Elementary School?
Elm Tree Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 823 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Tree Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Tree Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elm Tree Elementary School rank in NY?
Elm Tree Elementary School ranks #4,526 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Elm Tree Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Tree Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Tree Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Tree Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Elm Tree Elementary School a charter school?
No, Elm Tree Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm Tree Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Elm Tree Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elm Tree Elementary School?
93.8% of students at Elm Tree Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 823
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (929) 208-4860
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #54 of 56
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