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#1040 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 22% in state

Little Tor Elementary School

Elementary School · CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

56 GREGORY ST, New City, NY 10956

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,040 of 4,742

In New City

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 15

CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Little Tor Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in New City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Little Tor Elementary School

Little Tor Elementary School is a public elementary school in New City, NY, part of CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Little Tor Elementary School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Tor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,040 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Little Tor Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+17.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,785
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Little Tor Elementary School — Students at Little Tor Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 68.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (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
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
61.8%
ELA
77.3%
2022
Math
70.8%
ELA
54.8%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Little Tor Elementary School Compares

See how Little Tor Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in NY
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

56 GREGORY ST, New City, NY 10956

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Tor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby West Nyack), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New City, see our New City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ROCKLAND COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT New City 0.4 mi
NEW CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 0.6 mi 7.1
WOODGLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 0.8 mi 7.2
THE HEBREW ACADEMY OHR MENACHEM-CHABAD New City 0.8 mi 6.9
LINK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 1.5 mi 7.3
CLARKSTOWN NORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New City 1.3 mi 9.0
ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City 1.3 mi 5.1
LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 1.8 mi 8.1
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New City 1.5 mi 7.9
FELIX FESTA CHARACTER MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 2.2 mi 6.6
FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 2.2 mi 7.7
FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 2.2 mi 7.6
ROCKLAND BOCES West Nyack 2.4 mi 5.7
STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack 2.4 mi 7.9
OHR CHADASH OF MONSEY Pomona 2.2 mi
SUMMIT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 2.1 mi 3.7
BARDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bardonia 3.0 mi 6.3
MOSDOS SANZ KLAUSENBURG OF MONSEY - SITE 2 Spring Valley 2.7 mi 4.9
ST PAUL SCHOOL Valley Cottage 2.8 mi 4.8
BLUE ROCK SCHOOL West Nyack 3.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood 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 Little Tor Elementary School

What grades does Little Tor Elementary School serve?

Little Tor Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Little Tor Elementary School?

Little Tor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Tor Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Tor Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Little Tor Elementary School rank in NY?

Little Tor Elementary School ranks #1,040 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Little Tor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Tor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Little Tor Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Little Tor Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Little Tor Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Little Tor Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Little Tor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Tor Elementary School?

13.6% of students at Little Tor 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
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

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