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#2751 of 4,742 schools in NY
Sargent School
Elementary School · BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
29 EDUCATION DR, Beacon, NY 12508
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,751 of 4,742
In Beacon
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Sargent School
Sargent School is a public elementary school in Beacon, NY, part of BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sargent School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sargent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,751 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sargent School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Sargent School — Students at Sargent School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 4.9/10.
How Sargent School Compares
See how Sargent School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
29 EDUCATION DR, Beacon, NY 12508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sargent School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Cornwall On Hudson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beacon, see our Beacon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH AVENUE SCHOOL Beacon | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beacon | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ROMBOUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Beacon | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| BEACON HIGH SCHOOL Beacon | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| HORIZON-ON-THE-HUDSON SCHOOL Newburgh | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY Newburgh | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH Newburgh | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GLENHAM SCHOOL Fishkill | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL New Windsor | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GIDNEY AVENUE MEMORIAL SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.0 mi | 2.9 |
| NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| BALMVILLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.5 mi | 3.2 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| BLOOMING GROVE ACADEMY LLC New Windsor | 4.0 mi | — |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 4.2 mi | 4.8 |
| HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring | 5.0 mi | 7.5 |
| HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring | 5.0 mi | 9.3 |
| HALDANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cold Spring | 5.0 mi | 7.6 |
| NEW YORK MILITARY ACADEMY Cornwall On Hudson | 4.4 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,510
Median Home Value
$401,500
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Population
19,519
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDRIA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria Bay, NY | 5.9 |
| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle, NY | 5.9 |
| CINCINNATUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 5.9 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill, NY | 5.9 |
| FUTURE LEADERS INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.9 |
| GAN YISROEL Brooklyn, NY | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sargent School
What grades does Sargent School serve?
Sargent School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sargent School?
Sargent School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sargent School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sargent 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 Sargent School rank in NY?
Sargent School ranks #2,751 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sargent School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sargent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Sargent School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sargent School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sargent School a charter school?
No, Sargent School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sargent School a Title I school?
No, Sargent School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sargent School?
41.7% of students at Sargent 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.2%
- Phone
- (845) 838-6900
Resources & Links
District
BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,635
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,127
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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