Linden Tree Elementary School

1560 Purdy St
Bronx, NY 10462
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Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Linden Tree Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 313 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Linden Tree Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
313 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings

Linden Tree Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linden Tree Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25-29%
52%
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15-19%
49%
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50-59%
78%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
28%
10%
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Hispanic
52%
30%
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Black
13%
15%
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White
4%
40%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.64
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Linden Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Linden Tree Elementary School is ranked #4031 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Linden Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Linden Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 106 Parkchester, Bronx Charter School For Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Linden Tree Elementary School?
313 students attend Linden Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Linden Tree Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linden Tree Elementary School?
Linden Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Linden Tree Elementary School offer ?
Linden Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Linden Tree Elementary School part of?
Linden Tree Elementary School is part of New York City Geographic District #11.
In what neighborhood is Linden Tree Elementary School located?
Linden Tree Elementary School is located in the Parkchester neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Parkchester.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 313 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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