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Lime Kiln Elementary School

Middle School · EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)

35 LIME KILN RD, Suffern, NY 10901

Enrollment

593

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

3.0

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,644 of 4,742

In Suffern

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#13 of 14

EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)

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Lime Kiln Elementary School

3.0/10

Middle School in Suffern · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lime Kiln Elementary School

Lime Kiln Elementary School is a public middle school in Suffern, NY, part of EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY). Lime Kiln Elementary School serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Lime Kiln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,644 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Lime Kiln Elementary School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.8
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Lime Kiln 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-42.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-45.8 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,521
Chronic Absenteeism41.5%

Lime Kiln Elementary School — Students at Lime Kiln Elementary School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.4% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 25.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2013
Math
14%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
13%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
6.3%
ELA
22.5%
2022
Math
5.4%
ELA
16.5%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Lime Kiln Elementary School Compares

See how Lime Kiln Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
2th percentile in NY
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.5%

Location

35 LIME KILN RD, Suffern, NY 10901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lime Kiln Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KAKIAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Spring Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POMONA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Suffern, see our Suffern schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey 0.9 mi 5.4
YESHIVA NER TORAH Monsey 1.2 mi
YESHIVA OHR TORAH Monsey 1.2 mi 6.7
TIFERET TORAH - SEPHARDIC HERITAGE CENTER Suffern 0.9 mi
THE SKILL BUILDING CENTER Suffern 1.0 mi 7.0
BAIS YAAKOV OF RAMAPO Suffern 1.0 mi 6.3
POMONA MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern 1.2 mi 3.7
BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA Pomona 1.4 mi 5.2
YESHIVA BETH MIKROH Monsey 1.9 mi 5.0
HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley 1.7 mi 3.5
MESIVTA AHAVAS HATORAH Spring Valley 1.7 mi 5.1
CONGREGATION YESHIVA OF GREATER MONSEY Spring Valley 1.6 mi 5.2
ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND Spring Valley 1.5 mi 6.0
YESHIVA KETANA OHR REUVEN Suffern 1.6 mi 6.1
RAMAPO HIGH SCHOOL Spring Valley 2.0 mi 6.2
SHAAREI ARAZIM OF MONSEY Suffern 1.6 mi 6.7
BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley 2.0 mi 4.5
KAKIAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley 2.4 mi 4.9
EAST RAMAPO EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT KAKIAT Spring Valley 2.4 mi 5.8
VIOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern 2.3 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,651

Median Home Value

$490,700

Median Rent

$1,746/mo

Population

26,224

College Educated

47.5%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

40

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GASKILL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY 2.7
LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna, NY 3.3
AUBURN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Auburn, NY 3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lime Kiln Elementary School

What grades does Lime Kiln Elementary School serve?

Lime Kiln Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Lime Kiln Elementary School?

Lime Kiln Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lime Kiln Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lime Kiln Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lime Kiln Elementary School rank in NY?

Lime Kiln Elementary School ranks #4,644 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Lime Kiln Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lime Kiln Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Lime Kiln Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lime Kiln Elementary School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lime Kiln Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lime Kiln Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lime Kiln Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lime Kiln Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lime Kiln Elementary School?

84.1% of students at Lime Kiln 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.5%

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