Below Average
#4245 of 4,742 schools in NY
G W Krieger School
Elementary School · POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
265 HOOKER AVE, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,245 of 4,742
In Poughkeepsie
#18 of 21
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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G W Krieger School
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About G W Krieger School
G W Krieger School is a public elementary school in Poughkeepsie, NY, part of POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. G W Krieger School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. G W Krieger School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,245 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for G W Krieger School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at G W Krieger School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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G W Krieger School — Students at G W Krieger School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.1/10.
How G W Krieger School Compares
See how G W Krieger School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
265 HOOKER AVE, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering G W Krieger School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER Poughkeepsie | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Poughkeepsie | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Poughkeepsie | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MORSE YOUNG MAGNET SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.1 mi | — |
| LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| VIOLET AVENUE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| NASSAU SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,185
Median Home Value
$342,000
Median Rent
$1,626/mo
Population
41,513
College Educated
46.9%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
43.4
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| ARTHUR P MOMOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plattsburgh, NY | 4.0 |
| BENNETT PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 4.0 |
| BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookhaven, NY | 4.0 |
| DONLIN DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 4.0 |
| DURAND-EASTMAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 4.0 |
| E J RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bush, NY | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about G W Krieger School
What grades does G W Krieger School serve?
G W Krieger School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend G W Krieger School?
G W Krieger School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at G W Krieger School?
The student-teacher ratio at G W Krieger School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does G W Krieger School rank in NY?
G W Krieger School ranks #4,245 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is G W Krieger School's MySchoolScout rating?
G W Krieger School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 G W Krieger School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, G W Krieger School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is G W Krieger School a charter school?
No, G W Krieger School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is G W Krieger School a Title I school?
No, G W Krieger School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for G W Krieger School?
78.8% of students at G W Krieger 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.4%
- Phone
- (845) 451-4660
Resources & Links
District
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,880
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,863
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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