Very Good
#1640 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
Brinckerhoff Elementary School
Elementary School · WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
16 WEDGEWOOD RD, Fishkill, NY 12524
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,640 of 4,742
In Fishkill
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 15
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Brinckerhoff Elementary School
Elementary School in Fishkill · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brinckerhoff Elementary School
Brinckerhoff Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fishkill, NY, part of WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Brinckerhoff Elementary School serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Brinckerhoff Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,640 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brinckerhoff Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Brinckerhoff Elementary School — Students at Brinckerhoff Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Brinckerhoff Elementary School Compares
See how Brinckerhoff Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16 WEDGEWOOD RD, Fishkill, NY 12524
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brinckerhoff Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Beacon), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fishkill, see our Fishkill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ORCHARD VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| FISHKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| JAMES S EVANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST DENIS-ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| GLENHAM SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| GAYHEAD SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| VAN WYCK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.6 mi | 5.8 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopewell Junction | 4.1 mi | — |
| SHEAFE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.7 mi | 5.5 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 6.3 mi | 5.0 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 6.7 mi | 3.5 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 6.8 mi | 4.6 |
| J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beacon | 5.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12524 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,713
Median Home Value
$373,000
Median Rent
$1,806/mo
Population
15,079
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
45.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brinckerhoff Elementary School
What grades does Brinckerhoff Elementary School serve?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Brinckerhoff Elementary School?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brinckerhoff Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brinckerhoff Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brinckerhoff Elementary School rank in NY?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School ranks #1,640 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brinckerhoff Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brinckerhoff Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brinckerhoff Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brinckerhoff Elementary School a charter school?
No, Brinckerhoff Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brinckerhoff Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Brinckerhoff Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brinckerhoff Elementary School?
20.9% of students at Brinckerhoff Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 559
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (845) 897-6800
Resources & Links
District
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,614
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,771
- District Rank
- #3 of 15
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