Needs Improvement
#4353 of 4,742 schools in NY
Morse Young Magnet School
Elementary School · POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
101 MANSION ST, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,353 of 4,742
In Poughkeepsie
#19 of 21
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Morse Young Magnet School
Morse Young Magnet School is a public elementary school in Poughkeepsie, NY, part of POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Morse Young Magnet School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Morse Young Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,353 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Morse Young Magnet School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at Morse Young Magnet 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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Morse Young Magnet School — Students at Morse Young Magnet School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
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: 4.4/10.
How Morse Young Magnet School Compares
See how Morse Young Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 MANSION ST, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morse Young Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY TRINITY ANNEX @ ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Highland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Poughkeepsie | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Poughkeepsie | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER Poughkeepsie | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| VIOLET AVENUE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY ANNEX @ ST PETER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Highland | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | — |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 3.8 |
| BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 3.8 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo, NY | 3.8 |
| CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morse Young Magnet School
What grades does Morse Young Magnet School serve?
Morse Young Magnet School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Morse Young Magnet School?
Morse Young Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morse Young Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morse Young Magnet School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morse Young Magnet School rank in NY?
Morse Young Magnet School ranks #4,353 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Morse Young Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morse Young Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Morse Young Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morse Young Magnet School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Morse Young Magnet School a charter school?
No, Morse Young Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morse Young Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Morse Young Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morse Young Magnet School?
81.8% of students at Morse Young Magnet 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
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.6%
- Phone
- (845) 451-4690
Resources & Links
District
POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,880
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,863
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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