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#3169 of 4,742 schools in NY
Sheafe Road Elementary School
Elementary School · WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
287 SHEAFE RD, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,169 of 4,742
In Wappingers Falls
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Sheafe Road Elementary School
Sheafe Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wappingers Falls, NY, part of WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sheafe Road Elementary School serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheafe Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,169 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sheafe Road Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Sheafe 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.
31% of students at Sheafe Road Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sheafe Road Elementary School — Students at Sheafe Road Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.1%
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: 4.9/10.
How Sheafe Road Elementary School Compares
See how Sheafe Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
287 SHEAFE RD, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheafe Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Poughkeepsie), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wappingers Falls, see our Wappingers Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| MARLBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marlboro | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| JAMES S EVANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| NASSAU SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| MARLBORO MIDDLE SCHOOL Marlboro | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MARLBORO CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Marlboro | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.5 mi | 8.9 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | 3.5 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.1 mi | — |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
| G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 5.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 5.5 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,252
Median Home Value
$365,900
Median Rent
$1,674/mo
Population
35,823
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
46.4
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| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
| BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheafe Road Elementary School
What grades does Sheafe Road Elementary School serve?
Sheafe Road Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sheafe Road Elementary School?
Sheafe Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheafe Road Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheafe Road Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheafe Road Elementary School rank in NY?
Sheafe Road Elementary School ranks #3,169 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sheafe Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheafe Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Sheafe Road Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheafe Road Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sheafe Road Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sheafe Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheafe Road Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sheafe Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheafe Road Elementary School?
55.1% of students at Sheafe 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (845) 298-5290
Resources & Links
District
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,614
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,771
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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