Average
#3025 of 4,742 schools in NY
Linden Tree Elementary School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
1560 PURDY ST, Bronx, NY 10462
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,025 of 4,742
In Bronx
#237 of 452
public schools
In district
#38 of 62
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Linden Tree Elementary School
Linden Tree Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11. Linden Tree Elementary School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Linden Tree Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,025 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Linden Tree Elementary School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Linden Tree Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
52% of students at Linden 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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Linden Tree Elementary School — Students at Linden Tree Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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 Linden Tree Elementary School Compares
See how Linden Tree Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1560 PURDY ST, Bronx, NY 10462
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Linden Tree Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JHS 127 CASTLE HILL (THE) Bronx | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ST RAYMOND HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Bronx | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 106 PARKCHESTER Bronx | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST RAYMOND ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PS/MS 194 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY Bronx | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Bronx | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 12 LEWIS AND CLARK SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 36 UNIONPORT Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| PUGSLEY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| DR EMMETT W BASSETT SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 83 DONALD HERTZ Bronx | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 536 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,460
Median Home Value
$372,100
Median Rent
$1,711/mo
Population
75,452
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
22.9%
Avg Commute
45.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
35.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ALICE E GRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmsford, NY | 5.6 |
| ANN MACARTHUR PRIMARY Locust Valley, NY | 5.6 |
| BEMUS POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bemus Point, NY | 5.6 |
| BNEI YAKOV YOSEF OF MONSEY Spring Valley, NY | 5.6 |
| C R WEEKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Windsor, NY | 5.6 |
| CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Linden Tree Elementary School
What grades does Linden Tree Elementary School serve?
Linden Tree Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Linden Tree Elementary School?
Linden Tree Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Linden Tree Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Linden Tree Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Linden Tree Elementary School rank in NY?
Linden Tree Elementary School ranks #3,025 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Linden Tree Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Linden Tree Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Linden Tree Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Linden Tree Elementary School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Linden Tree Elementary School a charter school?
No, Linden Tree Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Linden Tree Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Linden Tree Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Linden Tree Elementary School?
92.0% of students at Linden 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
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.1%
- Phone
- (718) 239-7401
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #11- District Enrollment
- 32,583
- Schools in District
- 62
- District Rank
- #38 of 62
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