Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elm Community Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Community Charter School's student population of 460 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
44 teachers
School Rankings
Elm Community Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Community Charter School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1313 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
69%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
8%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Community Charter School's ranking?
Elm Community Charter School is ranked #1313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Elm Community Charter School?
460 students attend Elm Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Elm Community Charter School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Elm Community Charter School offer ?
Elm Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elm Community Charter School part of?
Elm Community Charter School is part of Elm Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Elm Community Charter School located?
Elm Community Charter School is located in the Glendale neighborhood of Elmhurst, NY.
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