For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,677 students in 12603, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 12603, NY are Spackenkill High School and Poughkeepsie High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 12603 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 12603, NY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12603 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Spackenkill High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12603, NY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spackenkill High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
112 Spackenkill Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7810
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7810
Gr: 9-12 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Poughkeepsie High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
70 Forbus St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 451-4850
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 451-4850
Gr: 9-12 | 1,161 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
12603, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
601 Dutchess Tpke
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 486-4480
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 486-4480
Gr: 6-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 12603, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 12603, NY include Spackenkill High School and Poughkeepsie High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12603?
2 public high schools are located in 12603.
What is the racial composition of students in 12603?
12603 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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