Average

#869 of 992 private schools in NY

St Martin De Porres School

Elementary School

122 CEDAR VALLEY RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

25.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

25.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#869 of 992

In Poughkeepsie

#6 of 7

public schools

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around St Martin De Porres School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Read rating Nearby schools

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Elementary School in Poughkeepsie · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About St Martin De Porres School

St Martin De Porres School is a private elementary school in Poughkeepsie, NY. St Martin De Porres School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Martin De Porres School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #869 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.9 pts below NY schools

5.0

This school 5.0 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

St Martin De Porres School runs 25.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

St Martin De Porres School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

Beta

How St Martin De Porres School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Poughkeepsie, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

25.1:1

This School

12.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

314

This School

379

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.0

This School

5.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 8% vs 0%

Asian 3.5% vs 0%

Black 2.9% vs 0%

St Martin De Porres School Poughkeepsie Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Martin De Porres School (this school)	—	314	25.1:1	5.0
TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE	0.7 mi	410	12.4:1	5.2
KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	382	14.1:1	4.6
VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	311	16.4:1	3.5
HAGAN SCHOOL	1.6 mi	364	12.1:1	7.1
G W KRIEGER SCHOOL	2.2 mi	433	14:1	4.0
ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.2 mi	389	9.5:1	8.0
OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	383	13.2:1	6.1
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	480	17.1:1	5.0
ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	496	10.3:1	5.8
POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.7 mi	872	11.6:1	5.3
NASSAU SCHOOL	2.7 mi	289	11.1:1	4.3
SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER	3.0 mi	308	17.1:1	5.9
GOV GEORGE CLINTON SCHOOL	3.5 mi	255	12.8:1	5.2
WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY	3.5 mi	294	11.8:1	5.3
NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.7 mi	352	10.4:1	7.1
MORSE YOUNG MAGNET SCHOOL	3.9 mi	434	10.1:1	3.8
LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL	4.3 mi	152	25.3:1	3.5
VIOLET AVENUE SCHOOL	4.8 mi	306	10.9:1	5.7
DUTCHESS BOCES	5.7 mi	292	3.4:1	5.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention

C- 1.6 / 10

View breakdown

Student-Teacher Ratio 25.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.5 / 10

View breakdown

School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.0 / 10

View breakdown

Diversity Index 29%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

View breakdown

Enrollment 314

View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.8%

Hispanic 8.0%

Asian 3.5%

Black 2.9%

Two or More 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

122 CEDAR VALLEY RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Martin De Porres School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAWK MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	0.4 mi	29	—
TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie	0.7 mi	410	5.2
KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	1.1 mi	382	4.6
VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	1.2 mi	311	3.5
HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	1.6 mi	364	7.1
ABILITIES FIRST Poughkeepsie	1.7 mi	105	6.5
SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	1.6 mi	516	8.9
HAWK MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.0 mi	30	6.6
G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.2 mi	433	4.0
OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.4 mi	383	6.1
ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.6 mi	496	5.8
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.4 mi	480	5.0
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.7 mi	236	5.0
ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.2 mi	389	8.0
POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.7 mi	872	5.3
OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.4 mi	191	8.3
POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.8 mi	1,161	6.1
SMITH EARLY LEARNING CENTER Poughkeepsie	3.0 mi	308	5.9
NASSAU SCHOOL Poughkeepsie	2.7 mi	289	4.3
WARRING MAGNET ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Poughkeepsie	3.5 mi	294	5.3

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

Median Age

43.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads, NY	314	5.0
COLONIAL VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY	390	5.0
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park, NY	320	5.0
EAST HILL SCHOOL Canajoharie, NY	405	5.0
GENESEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneseo, NY	397	5.0
GREATER PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta, NY	280	5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Martin De Porres School

What grades does St Martin De Porres School serve?

St Martin De Porres School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Martin De Porres School?

St Martin De Porres School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Martin De Porres School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Martin De Porres School is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Martin De Porres School rank in NY?

St Martin De Porres School ranks #869 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is St Martin De Porres School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Martin De Porres 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.

Is St Martin De Porres School a private school?

Yes, St Martin De Porres School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Martin De Porres School a religious school?

St Martin De Porres School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

Explore More Schools

All schools in Poughkeepsie, NY Schools in NY 20 nearby schools

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 10 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 314
Gender Split: 43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 25.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Dutchess County
Phone: (845) 452-4428

Resources & Links

Search for School Website ↗ Google Maps & Reviews ↗ GreatSchools Profile ↗ Niche Reviews ↗ Official NCES Data ↗

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Data sources

NCES PSSSY 2021-22 Census ACS2019-2023 MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

St Martin De Porres School

How this school compares

Shortlisting around St Martin De Porres School?