Very Good
#1422 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Link Elementary School
Elementary School · CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
51 RED HILL RD, New City, NY 10956
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,422 of 4,742
In New City
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#8 of 15
CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Link Elementary School
Link Elementary School is a public elementary school in New City, NY, part of CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Link Elementary School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Link Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,422 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Link Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Link Elementary School — Students at Link Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.9%
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: 6.9/10.
How Link Elementary School Compares
See how Link 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
51 RED HILL RD, New City, NY 10956
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Link Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby West Nyack), which scores slightly higher. 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 Link Elementary School
What grades does Link Elementary School serve?
Link Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Link Elementary School?
Link Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Link Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Link Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Link Elementary School rank in NY?
Link Elementary School ranks #1,422 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Link Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Link Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Link Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Link Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Link Elementary School a charter school?
No, Link Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Link Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Link Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Link Elementary School?
20.9% of students at Link 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
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (845) 624-3494
Resources & Links
District
CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,991
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,785
- District Rank
- #8 of 15
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