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#400 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 40% of private schools
Hawk Meadow Montessori School
Elementary School
110 OVERLOOK RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#400 of 992
In Poughkeepsie
#4 of 7
public schools
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Hawk Meadow Montessori School
Elementary School in Poughkeepsie · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hawk Meadow Montessori School
Hawk Meadow Montessori School is a private elementary school in Poughkeepsie, NY. Hawk Meadow Montessori School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 3.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawk Meadow Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #400 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Hawk Meadow Montessori 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 3.1:1 students to teachers, Hawk Meadow Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hawk Meadow Montessori 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 Hawk Meadow Montessori School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Poughkeepsie, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hawk Meadow Montessori School (this school) | 6.6 |
| OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE | 5.2 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| G W KRIEGER SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER | 5.9 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | 5.3 |
| HAGAN SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| MORSE YOUNG MAGNET SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| VIOLET AVENUE SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| DUTCHESS BOCES | 5.4 |
| LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| NASSAU SCHOOL | 4.3 |
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.
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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
110 OVERLOOK RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawk Meadow Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ABILITIES FIRST Poughkeepsie | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.3 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.9 mi | 4.6 |
| G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER Poughkeepsie | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.2 mi | 8.9 |
| WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Poughkeepsie | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| DUTCHESS BOCES Poughkeepsie | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| VIOLET AVENUE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawk Meadow Montessori School
What grades does Hawk Meadow Montessori School serve?
Hawk Meadow Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Hawk Meadow Montessori School?
Hawk Meadow Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawk Meadow Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawk Meadow Montessori School is 3.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hawk Meadow Montessori School rank in NY?
Hawk Meadow Montessori School ranks #400 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Hawk Meadow Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawk Meadow Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hawk Meadow Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Hawk Meadow Montessori 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 Hawk Meadow Montessori School a religious school?
No, Hawk Meadow Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Phone
- (845) 223-3783
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