For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 311 students in 12603, NY.
Public preschools in zipcode 12603 have a diversity score of 0.58, which is less than the New York public preschool average of 0.73.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12603, NY Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vassar Road Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
174 Vassar Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7860
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7860
Gr: PK-2 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
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 preschools in 12603, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in 12603, NY include Vassar Road Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 12603?
1 public preschools are located in 12603.
What is the racial composition of students in 12603?
12603 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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