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#2051 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 43% in state
Vail Farm Elementary School
Elementary School · ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
1659 E NOXON RD, Lagrangeville, NY 12540
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,051 of 4,742
In Lagrangeville
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Vail Farm Elementary School
Elementary School in Lagrangeville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vail Farm Elementary School
Vail Farm Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lagrangeville, NY, part of ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Vail Farm Elementary School serves approximately 658 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Vail Farm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,051 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Vail Farm Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Vail Farm Elementary School — Students at Vail Farm Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 6.3/10.
How Vail Farm Elementary School Compares
See how Vail Farm Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1659 E NOXON RD, Lagrangeville, NY 12540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vail Farm Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Millbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRAVER ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Millbrook), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lagrangeville, see our Lagrangeville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNION VALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BEEKMAN SCHOOL Poughquag | 3.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| VAN WYCK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| GAYHEAD SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 6.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST DENIS-ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 6.5 mi | 5.1 |
| FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| TRAVER ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL Pleasant Valley | 7.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ABILITIES FIRST Poughkeepsie | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 6.9 mi | 6.1 |
| HAWK MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 6.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL Millbrook | 9.0 mi | 8.8 |
| MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Millbrook | 9.1 mi | 7.3 |
| TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie | 7.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook | 9.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ELM DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook | 9.3 mi | 6.9 |
| DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL Millbrook | 9.0 mi | 7.3 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopewell Junction | 9.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,436
Median Home Value
$443,800
Median Rent
$2,077/mo
Population
9,314
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
86.3%
Avg Commute
39.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
40.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ALBANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica, NY | 6.6 |
| BROOKS HILL SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 6.6 |
| CATSKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Catskill, NY | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 6.6 |
| DEASY SCHOOL Glen Cove, NY | 6.6 |
| FAIRBANKS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Churchville, NY | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vail Farm Elementary School
What grades does Vail Farm Elementary School serve?
Vail Farm Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Vail Farm Elementary School?
Vail Farm Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vail Farm Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vail Farm Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vail Farm Elementary School rank in NY?
Vail Farm Elementary School ranks #2,051 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Vail Farm Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vail Farm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Vail Farm Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vail Farm Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Vail Farm Elementary School a charter school?
No, Vail Farm Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vail Farm Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Vail Farm Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vail Farm Elementary School?
23.4% of students at Vail Farm 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 658
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (845) 223-8030
Resources & Links
District
ARLINGTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,768
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,749
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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