Below Average
#4056 of 4,742 schools in NY
Nassau School
Elementary School · SPACKENKILL UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
7 NASSAU RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,056 of 4,742
In Poughkeepsie
#17 of 21
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
SPACKENKILL UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Nassau School
Elementary School in Poughkeepsie · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nassau School
Nassau School is a public elementary school in Poughkeepsie, NY, part of SPACKENKILL UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Nassau School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Nassau School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,056 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Nassau School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Nassau School — Students at Nassau School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2010-11)
Based on 6 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.1/10.
How Nassau School Compares
See how Nassau School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7 NASSAU RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nassau School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.9/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHEAFE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| SHEAFE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.3 mi | — |
| G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Poughkeepsie | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MARLBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marlboro | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MARLBORO MIDDLE SCHOOL Marlboro | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| JAMES S EVANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York, NY | 4.3 |
| ANNA MERRITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 4.3 |
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon, NY | 4.3 |
| CLIFFORD WISE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Medina, NY | 4.3 |
| DR JACQUELINE PEEK-DAVIS SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 4.3 |
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nassau School
What grades does Nassau School serve?
Nassau School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Nassau School?
Nassau School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nassau School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nassau School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nassau School rank in NY?
Nassau School ranks #4,056 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Nassau School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nassau School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Nassau School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nassau School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
Is Nassau School a charter school?
No, Nassau School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nassau School a Title I school?
No, Nassau School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nassau School?
20.1% of students at Nassau 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.1%
- Phone
- (845) 463-7843
Resources & Links
District
SPACKENKILL UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,584
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,075
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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