Very Good
#1585 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 33% in state
Noxon Road Elementary School
Elementary School · ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
4 OLD NOXON RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,585 of 4,742
In Poughkeepsie
#3 of 21
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Noxon Road Elementary School
Noxon Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Poughkeepsie, NY, part of ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Noxon Road Elementary School serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Noxon Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,585 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Noxon Road Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Noxon Road Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Noxon Road Elementary School — Students at Noxon Road Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17%
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: 6.7/10.
How Noxon Road Elementary School Compares
See how Noxon Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4 OLD NOXON RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Noxon Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), with a very similar rating. Another option is HAWK MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 3.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GAYHEAD SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Hopewell Junction), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| VAN WYCK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ABILITIES FIRST Poughkeepsie | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| HAWK MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST DENIS-ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 4.4 mi | 5.1 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.3 mi | 3.5 |
| OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| GAYHEAD SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 5.2 mi | 6.6 |
| UNION VALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.0 mi | — |
| VAIL FARM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 5.5 mi | 5.8 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 5.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,185
Median Home Value
$342,000
Median Rent
$1,626/mo
Population
41,513
College Educated
46.9%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
43.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Noxon Road Elementary School
What grades does Noxon Road Elementary School serve?
Noxon Road Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Noxon Road Elementary School?
Noxon Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Noxon Road Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Noxon Road Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Noxon Road Elementary School rank in NY?
Noxon Road Elementary School ranks #1,585 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Noxon Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Noxon Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Noxon Road Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Noxon Road Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Noxon Road Elementary School a charter school?
No, Noxon Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Noxon Road Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Noxon Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Noxon Road Elementary School?
17.0% of students at Noxon Road 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (845) 486-4950
Resources & Links
District
ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,768
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,749
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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