Best Schools in Poestenkill, New York
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Poestenkill Elementary School
Elementary · Averill Park Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$305,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$305,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Poestenkill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Poestenkill Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $120,476
- Median home value
- $305,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Poestenkill compares
Median household income
$120k
129% of New York median
About Schools in Poestenkill, New York
Poestenkill, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Poestenkill perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Poestenkill is Poestenkill Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Poestenkill is served by 1 school district: AVERILL PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,614 students.
Poestenkill's community shows 45% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $120,476. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 330 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 |
Schools in Poestenkill
Poestenkill, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$120,476
Median Home Value
$305,400
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Population
1,526
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
91%
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Community Profile
Poestenkill has a median household income of $120,476. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $305,400, with a median rent of $1,005/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- New York
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Poestenkill, New York
How many schools are in Poestenkill, New York?
Poestenkill has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Poestenkill, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Poestenkill is 7.5 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 Poestenkill, New York?
The top-ranked school in Poestenkill on MySchoolScout is Poestenkill Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Poestenkill, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Poestenkill on MySchoolScout is Poestenkill Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Poestenkill, New York?
Poestenkill is served by 1 school district: Averill Park Central School District.
What is the education level in Poestenkill, New York?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Poestenkill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Poestenkill, New York?
The median household income in Poestenkill is approximately $120,476 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Poestenkill, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Poestenkill is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Poestenkill, 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.