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Best 12601 New York Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,810 students in 12601, NY (there are , serving 542 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 12601, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 12601, NY are Oak Grove Elementary School, Violet Avenue School and Gov George Clinton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 12601 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 12601, NY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best 12601, NY Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
40 Kerr Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 298-5280
Gr: K-6 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Violet Avenue School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
191 Violet Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 486-4499
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Gov George Clinton School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Montgomery St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4600
Gr: K-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Warring Magnet Academy Of Science And Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
283 Mansion St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4750
Gr: 1-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Morse Young Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
101 Mansion St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4690
Gr: K-6 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Dutchess Boces
Special Education School
5 Boces Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 486-4800
Gr: K-12 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Little Water Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
68 Dutchess Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 307-0274
Gr: K-2 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
Nassau School
7 Nassau Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 463-7843
Gr: K-2 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Smith Early Learning Center
372 Church St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4720
Gr: PK-1 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 12601 New York

12601, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Arnold Rd Aobh (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
10 Arnold Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Childrens Home Of Poughkeepsie (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
91 Fulton St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 452-1420
Circle Of Courage Learning Center (Closed 2009)
160 Union St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 437-3450
Gr: 7-8 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Columbus School (Closed 2018)
12 S Perry St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4630
Gr: PK-K | 487 students
Greystone House Inc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
82 Washington St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Hooker Ave Group Home (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
237 Hooker Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Hudson River Psych Center (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
10 Ross Circle
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 452-8000
Gr: Inquire with school | 11 students Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 12601, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 12601, NY include Oak Grove Elementary School, Violet Avenue School and Gov George Clinton School.
How many public schools are located in 12601?
9 public schools are located in 12601.
What percentage of students in 12601 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 12601 are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 12601?
12601 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

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