Very Good
#185 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 19% of private schools
Dutchess Day School
Elementary School
415 ROUTE 343, Millbrook, NY 12545
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#185 of 992
In Millbrook
#1 of 3
public schools
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Dutchess Day School
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About Dutchess Day School
Dutchess Day School is a private elementary school in Millbrook, NY. Dutchess Day School serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dutchess Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Dutchess Day School 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Dutchess Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dutchess Day School 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 Dutchess Day School compares to the 4 public schools in Millbrook, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Millbrook
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dutchess Day School (this school) | 7.3 |
| MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| ELM DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
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
415 ROUTE 343, Millbrook, NY 12545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dutchess Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLD SPRING EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.0/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Stanfordville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TRAVER ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Valley), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Millbrook, see our Millbrook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Millbrook | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CARDINAL HAYES SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Millbrook | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL Millbrook | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ELM DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| MILLBROOK SCHOOL Millbrook | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
| UPTON LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clinton Corners | 6.3 mi | 6.4 |
| COLD SPRING EARLY LEARNING CENTER Stanfordville | 8.4 mi | 8.0 |
| DOVER HIGH SCHOOL Dover Plains | 7.8 mi | 7.8 |
| DOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Dover Plains | 7.8 mi | 6.4 |
| VAIL FARM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 9.0 mi | 6.6 |
| RIDGE SCHOOL Salt Point | 7.4 mi | — |
| UNION VALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 9.4 mi | 7.1 |
| MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL Amenia | 8.7 mi | — |
| TRAVER ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL Pleasant Valley | 8.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WINGDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wingdale | 10.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 9.8 mi | 7.8 |
| WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL Amenia | 10.1 mi | 8.7 |
| EUGENE BROOKS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Amenia | 10.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,991
Median Home Value
$414,800
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
4,389
College Educated
41.2%
Homeownership
58.1%
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
56.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMAGANSETT SCHOOL Amagansett, NY | 7.3 |
| GARRISON SCHOOL Garrison, NY | 7.3 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU-PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Plainview, NY | 7.3 |
| JOHN PAULDING SCHOOL Tarrytown, NY | 7.3 |
| MANITOU SCHOOL Cold Spring, NY | 7.3 |
| MAURICE SENDAK COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dutchess Day School
What grades does Dutchess Day School serve?
Dutchess Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dutchess Day School?
Dutchess Day School has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dutchess Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dutchess Day School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dutchess Day School rank in NY?
Dutchess Day School ranks #185 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Dutchess Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dutchess Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dutchess Day School a private school?
Yes, Dutchess Day School 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 Dutchess Day School a religious school?
No, Dutchess Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 157
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Dutchess County
- Phone
- (845) 605-1661
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