Needs Improvement
#4518 of 4,742 schools in NY
Based on limited data
Little Water Preparatory Charter School
Elementary School · LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
68 DUTCHESS AVE, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 18 schools in Poughkeepsie. Learn more
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,518 of 4,742
In Poughkeepsie
#21 of 21
public schools
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Little Water Preparatory Charter School
Elementary School in Poughkeepsie · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Little Water Preparatory Charter School
Little Water Preparatory Charter School is a public elementary school in Poughkeepsie, NY, part of LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL. Little Water Preparatory Charter School serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Water Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,518 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 152 students, Little Water Preparatory Charter 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.
Little Water Preparatory Charter School runs 25.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Little Water Preparatory Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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How Little Water Preparatory Charter School Compares
See how Little Water Preparatory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
68 DUTCHESS AVE, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Water Preparatory Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY TRINITY ANNEX @ ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Highland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MORSE YOUNG MAGNET SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Poughkeepsie | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Poughkeepsie | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER Poughkeepsie | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| VIOLET AVENUE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Highland | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY ANNEX @ ST PETER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | 8.3 |
| SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| NASSAU SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.6 mi | 4.3 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.2 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM WING SCHOOL Glens Falls, NY | 3.5 |
| ENFIELD SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 3.5 |
| NORTH BROAD STREET SCHOOL Oneida, NY | 3.5 |
| PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.5 |
| PS 242 YOUNG DIPLOMATS MAGNET ACADEMY (THE) New York, NY | 3.5 |
| PS 256 BENJAMIN BANNEKER Brooklyn, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Water Preparatory Charter School
What grades does Little Water Preparatory Charter School serve?
Little Water Preparatory Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Little Water Preparatory Charter School?
Little Water Preparatory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Water Preparatory Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Water Preparatory Charter School is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Little Water Preparatory Charter School rank in NY?
Little Water Preparatory Charter School ranks #4,518 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Little Water Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Water Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Little Water Preparatory Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Little Water Preparatory Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Little Water Preparatory Charter School a Title I school?
No, Little Water Preparatory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 152
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (845) 307-0274
Resources & Links
District
LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 152
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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