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#3595 of 4,742 schools in NY
Oak Grove Elementary School
Elementary School · WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
40 KERR RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,595 of 4,742
In Poughkeepsie
#15 of 21
public schools
In district
#12 of 15
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Oak Grove Elementary School
Oak Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Poughkeepsie, NY, part of WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oak Grove Elementary School serves approximately 480 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,595 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Grove Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Oak Grove Elementary School — Students at Oak Grove Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.1%
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: 4.1/10.
How Oak Grove Elementary School Compares
See how Oak Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 KERR RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| NASSAU SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.1 mi | — |
| SHEAFE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| JAMES S EVANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
| WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Poughkeepsie | 4.3 mi | 7.7 |
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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| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park, NY | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Grove Elementary School
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School serve?
Oak Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 480 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Grove Elementary School rank in NY?
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks #3,595 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Oak Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Oak Grove Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Grove Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Oak Grove Elementary School a charter school?
No, Oak Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Grove Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Oak Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Grove Elementary School?
32.1% of students at Oak Grove 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
- 480
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (845) 298-5280
Resources & Links
District
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,614
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,771
- District Rank
- #12 of 15
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