Below Average
#4017 of 4,742 schools in NY
James S Evans Elementary School
Elementary School · WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
747 SERGEANT PALMATEER WAY, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,017 of 4,742
In Wappingers Falls
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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James S Evans Elementary School
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About James S Evans Elementary School
James S Evans Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wappingers Falls, NY, part of WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. James S Evans Elementary School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. James S Evans Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,017 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for James S Evans Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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James S Evans Elementary School — Students at James S Evans Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 3.4/10.
How James S Evans Elementary School Compares
See how James S Evans Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
747 SERGEANT PALMATEER WAY, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James S Evans Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRINCKERHOFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Fishkill), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Poughkeepsie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wappingers Falls, see our Wappingers Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SHEAFE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| FISHKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.8 mi | 4.8 |
| NASSAU SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| MARLBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marlboro | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MARLBORO MIDDLE SCHOOL Marlboro | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| BRINCKERHOFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.2 mi | 4.6 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.2 mi | 3.5 |
| OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.6 mi | 8.3 |
| SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.8 mi | 8.9 |
| GLENHAM SCHOOL Fishkill | 5.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 5.0 mi | 8.0 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 5.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,252
Median Home Value
$365,900
Median Rent
$1,674/mo
Population
35,823
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
46.4
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| CENTRAL VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Valley, NY | 4.4 |
| CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.4 |
| CONGREGATION BNOS CHAYA Brooklyn, NY | 4.4 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 4.4 |
| DRAKE SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY | 4.4 |
| GORHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stanley, NY | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James S Evans Elementary School
What grades does James S Evans Elementary School serve?
James S Evans Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend James S Evans Elementary School?
James S Evans Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James S Evans Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at James S Evans Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James S Evans Elementary School rank in NY?
James S Evans Elementary School ranks #4,017 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is James S Evans Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
James S Evans Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 James S Evans Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James S Evans Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is James S Evans Elementary School a charter school?
No, James S Evans Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James S Evans Elementary School a Title I school?
No, James S Evans Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James S Evans Elementary School?
49.4% of students at James S Evans Elementary 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (845) 298-5240
Resources & Links
District
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,614
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,771
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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