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Top 47% in state

Oakside School

Elementary School · PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

200 DECATUR AVE, Peekskill, NY 10566

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

1st – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,248 of 4,742

In Peekskill

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Oakside School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Peekskill · grades 1st – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Peekskill Middle School

6.1/10

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7.2/10

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About Oakside School

Oakside School is a public elementary school in Peekskill, NY, part of PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oakside School serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,248 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Oakside School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-16.5 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,571
Chronic Absenteeism27.6%

Oakside School — Students at Oakside School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.5% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 33.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
18%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
19%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2021
Math
40%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Oakside School Compares

See how Oakside School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in NY
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

Location

200 DECATUR AVE, Peekskill, NY 10566

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Cortlandt Manor), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Mohegan Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Crompond), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Peekskill, see our Peekskill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Peekskill 0.4 mi 6.1
PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill 0.4 mi 7.2
URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill 0.7 mi 4.6
WOODSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 1.0 mi 6.0
HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill 0.8 mi 4.7
ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 1.8 mi 6.9
BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan 2.5 mi 6.3
HENDRICK HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Montrose 2.7 mi 8.6
FRANK G LINDSEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montrose 2.8 mi 6.9
OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor 2.4 mi 4.8
FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 2.9 mi 8.7
BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 2.9 mi 6.8
VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 3.1 mi 5.7
LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond 3.3 mi 7.1
WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.5 mi 8.7
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 4.0 mi 8.4
FORT MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland Falls 4.3 mi 7.1
JAMES I O'NEILL HIGH SCHOOL Highland Falls 4.8 mi 8.1
PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley 4.5 mi 7.3
PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Putnam Valley 4.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,042

Median Home Value

$376,800

Median Rent

$1,895/mo

Population

25,484

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

58.4%

Avg Commute

39.8 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

40.9

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CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville, NY 6.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakside School

What grades does Oakside School serve?

Oakside School serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.

How many students attend Oakside School?

Oakside School has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakside School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakside School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakside School rank in NY?

Oakside School ranks #2,248 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Oakside School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Oakside School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakside School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oakside School a charter school?

No, Oakside School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oakside School a Title I school?

No, Oakside School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakside School?

42.6% of students at Oakside 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

District

PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,791
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,571
District Rank
#2 of 6

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