Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alden Terrace 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alden Terrace School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alden Terrace School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Alden Terrace School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alden Terrace School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1548 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
40%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
41%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alden Terrace School's ranking?
Alden Terrace School is ranked #1548 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Alden Terrace School often compared to?
Alden Terrace Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara H Carlson School, Dutch Broadway School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Alden Terrace School?
400 students attend Alden Terrace School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Alden Terrace School students are Black, 40% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alden Terrace School?
Alden Terrace School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alden Terrace School offer ?
Alden Terrace School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alden Terrace School part of?
Alden Terrace School is part of Elmont Union Free School District.
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