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#40 of 991 private schools in NY

Top 4% of private schools

Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School

Elementary School

12 FATHER CODY DR, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

56

Student-Teacher

4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Poughkeepsie

#2 of 7

public schools

New York elementary schools

#15 of 486

About Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School

Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School is a public elementary school located in Poughkeepsie, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through first grade, the school has an enrollment of 56 students with a student-to-teacher ratio of 4:1. With 14 full-time equivalent teachers, Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter provides personalized attention to each child.

Though academic test scores are not available for this school, its MySchoolScout rating is 4.2 out of 10 and it ranks #301 among 991 schools in New York state. This places the school around the 70th percentile statewide, indicating that while there may be room for academic growth, Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School is focused on student development and support. Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter is situated in a large suburban area with easy access to local amenities and resources.

The community surrounding the school is supportive and engaged, making it an inviting environment for families looking for a nurturing educational setting for their young children.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 56 students, Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 4:1, Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Poughkeepsie, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
56
This School
vs
342
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 44.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 33.9% vs 0%
Black 12.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.8% vs 0%
Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School Poughkeepsie Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School (this school) 8.3
VIOLET AVENUE SCHOOL 6.4
DUTCHESS BOCES 6.7
MORSE YOUNG MAGNET SCHOOL 3.3
WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 3.2
LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL 3.3
GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL 5.3
SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER 4.0
ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL 9.0
G W KRIEGER SCHOOL 5.4
OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL 5.5
NASSAU SCHOOL 7.2
VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.0
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.0
NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 67%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Enrollment 56
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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)

White 44.6%
Hispanic 33.9%
Black 12.5%
Two or More 7.1%
Asian 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12 FATHER CODY DR, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NETHERWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Hyde Park), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Highland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
VIOLET AVENUE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 1.2 mi 6.4
HAVILAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hyde Park 1.9 mi 7.2
RALPH R SMITH SCHOOL Hyde Park 2.1 mi 6.3
WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Poughkeepsie 2.8 mi 3.2
MORSE YOUNG MAGNET SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.7 mi 3.3
DUTCHESS BOCES Poughkeepsie 2.2 mi 6.7
LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 2.8 mi 3.3
MILLENNIAL KINGDOM FAMILY SCHOOL Hyde Park 2.8 mi
SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER Poughkeepsie 3.3 mi 4.0
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 3.3 mi 5.0
GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 3.3 mi 5.3
ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 3.4 mi 9.0
POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 3.5 mi 5.0
POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 3.6 mi 6.2
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Poughkeepsie 3.7 mi 7.7
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland 3.1 mi 7.8
HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Highland 3.2 mi 6.7
G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie 4.2 mi 5.4
WEST ROAD/D'AQUANNIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pleasant Valley 3.5 mi 7.3
NETHERWOOD SCHOOL Hyde Park 4.1 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,769

Median Home Value

$275,800

Median Rent

$1,376/mo

Population

44,696

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

44.2%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

35.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School has a median household income of $64,769. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $275,800, with a median rent of $1,376/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick, NY 8.2
EDINBURG COMMON SCHOOL Edinburg, NY 8.5
LAKE PLEASANT SCHOOL Speculator, NY 8.5
HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY 8.1
PS 25 EUBIE BLAKE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 8.6
HUDSONWAY IMMERSION SCHOOL New York, NY 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School

What grades does Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School serve?

Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.

How many students attend Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School?

Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School rank in NY?

Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School is ranked #40 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School a private school?

Yes, Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School a religious school?

Holy Trinity Annex @ St Peter School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,289/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Poughkeepsie). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
56
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DUTCHESS
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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