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Duane Lake Academy
School
64 E MAIN ST, Pawling, NY 12564
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Duane Lake Academy
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About Duane Lake Academy
Duane Lake Academy is a private school in Pawling, NY. Duane Lake Academy serves approximately 10 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 10 students, Duane Lake Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.3:1 students to teachers, Duane Lake Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Duane Lake Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Duane Lake Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Pawling, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Pawling
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Duane Lake Academy (this school) | — |
| PAWLING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| PAWLING HIGH SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| PAWLING MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Address
- 64 E MAIN ST, Pawling, NY 12564
- Phone
- (845) 493-0338
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NY aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
64 E MAIN ST, Pawling, NY 12564
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Duane Lake Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PAWLING HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away). Another option is GREEN CHIMNEYS SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Brewster). Additionally, BREWSTER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Brewster). For more schools in Pawling, see our Pawling schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIZZENTOP DAY SCHOOL Pawling | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PAWLING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pawling | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PAWLING HIGH SCHOOL Pawling | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| PAWLING MIDDLE SCHOOL Pawling | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| MATTHEW PATERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patterson | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| WINGDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wingdale | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Sherman School Sherman | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
| MISSION CHURCH ACADEMY AND PRESCHOOL Holmes | 5.8 mi | — |
| KENT PRIMARY SCHOOL Carmel | 6.6 mi | 4.7 |
| KENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carmel | 6.6 mi | 4.5 |
| GREEN CHIMNEYS SCHOOL Brewster | 7.8 mi | 8.4 |
| BREWSTER HIGH SCHOOL Brewster | 8.2 mi | 8.3 |
| BEEKMAN SCHOOL Poughquag | 6.5 mi | 5.8 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brewster | 8.4 mi | 4.9 |
| C V STARR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Brewster | 8.7 mi | 4.7 |
| DOVER HIGH SCHOOL Dover Plains | 8.7 mi | 7.8 |
| DOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Dover Plains | 8.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HENRY H WELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Brewster | 8.8 mi | 5.0 |
| New Fairfield Middle School New Fairfield | 8.3 mi | 7.6 |
| New Fairfield High School New Fairfield | 8.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,683
Median Home Value
$420,900
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
7,910
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
46.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Duane Lake Academy
What grades does Duane Lake Academy serve?
Duane Lake Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Duane Lake Academy?
Duane Lake Academy has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Duane Lake Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Duane Lake Academy is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Duane Lake Academy a private school?
Yes, Duane Lake Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Duane Lake Academy a religious school?
No, Duane Lake Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 10
- Gender Split
- 30% M / 70% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Phone
- (845) 493-0338
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