Best Schools in Fishkill, New York
4 schools · 4 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Fishkill by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Glenham School
Elementary · Beacon City School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Fishkill Elementary School
Elementary · Wappingers Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Brinckerhoff Elementary School
Elementary · Wappingers Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fishkill for 2026 are Glenham School (6.3/10), Fishkill Elementary School (6.2/10), and Brinckerhoff Elementary School (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$373,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$373,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Fishkill schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Fishkill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glenham School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Fishkill Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Brinckerhoff Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $95,713
- Median home value
- $373,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fishkill compares
New York rank
#366 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$96k
103% of New York median
Schools in this city
4
Wappingers Central School District runs 67% of Fishkill's public schools
Fishkill touches 2 districts, but Wappingers Central School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Wappingers Central School District accounts for 2 of 3 public schools (67%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.2 to 6.3 — the spread is inside Fishkill, not a citywide average.
- Wappingers Central School District2 public · 67%
- Beacon City School District1 public · 33%
About Schools in Fishkill, New York
Fishkill, New York is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Fishkill show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Fishkill is Glenham School with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fishkill is served by 2 school districts: BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 13,249 students.
Fishkill's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,713. The poverty rate in the area is 4.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 396 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 2 | 351 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 559 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Mary SchoolPrivate 192 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Fishkill
Fishkill, New York · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$95,713
Median Home Value
$373,000
Median Rent
$1,806/mo
Population
15,079
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Community Profile
Fishkill has a median household income of $95,713. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $373,000, with a median rent of $1,806/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 4
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Fishkill, New York
How many schools are in Fishkill, New York?
Fishkill has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fishkill, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fishkill is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Fishkill, New York?
The top-ranked school in Fishkill on MySchoolScout is Glenham School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fishkill, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fishkill on MySchoolScout is Glenham School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Fishkill, New York?
Fishkill is served by 2 school districts: Beacon City School District, Wappingers Central School District.
What is the education level in Fishkill, New York?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Fishkill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fishkill, New York?
The median household income in Fishkill is approximately $95,713 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Fishkill, New York?
Yes, Fishkill has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary School with a score of 6.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fishkill, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fishkill is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fishkill, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.