Excellent
#633 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 13% in state
Laurel Plains Elementary School
Elementary School · CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
14 TEAKWOOD LN, New City, NY 10956
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#633 of 4,742
In New City
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 15
CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Laurel Plains Elementary School
Laurel Plains Elementary School is a public elementary school in New City, NY, part of CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Laurel Plains Elementary School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Laurel Plains Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #633 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Laurel Plains Elementary School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Laurel Plains Elementary School — Students at Laurel Plains Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 7.5/10.
How Laurel Plains Elementary School Compares
See how Laurel Plains Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
14 TEAKWOOD LN, New City, NY 10956
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurel Plains Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY COTTAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Valley Cottage), which scores slightly higher. Another option is STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby West Nyack), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New City, see our New City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10956 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,060
Median Home Value
$629,200
Median Rent
$2,256/mo
Population
31,420
College Educated
58.2%
Homeownership
93.9%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurel Plains Elementary School
What grades does Laurel Plains Elementary School serve?
Laurel Plains Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Laurel Plains Elementary School?
Laurel Plains Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel Plains Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurel Plains Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laurel Plains Elementary School rank in NY?
Laurel Plains Elementary School ranks #633 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Laurel Plains Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Laurel Plains Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Laurel Plains Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laurel Plains Elementary School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Laurel Plains Elementary School a charter school?
No, Laurel Plains Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laurel Plains Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Laurel Plains Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laurel Plains Elementary School?
22.0% of students at Laurel Plains 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (845) 639-6350
Resources & Links
District
CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,991
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,785
- District Rank
- #3 of 15
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