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#3259 of 4,742 schools in NY
Vails Gate Steam Academy
Elementary School · NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
400 OLD FORGE HILL RD, New Windsor, NY 12553
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,259 of 4,742
In New Windsor
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 12
NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Vails Gate Steam Academy
Vails Gate Steam Academy is a public elementary school in New Windsor, NY, part of NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Vails Gate Steam Academy serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vails Gate Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,259 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Vails Gate Steam Academy show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Vails Gate Steam Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at Vails Gate Steam Academy 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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Vails Gate Steam Academy — Students at Vails Gate Steam Academy score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.8%
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: 5.4/10.
How Vails Gate Steam Academy Compares
See how Vails Gate Steam Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 OLD FORGE HILL RD, New Windsor, NY 12553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vails Gate Steam Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLOW AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cornwall), which scores notably higher. Another option is TEMPLE HILL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Windsor, see our New Windsor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KAPLAN CAREER ACADEMY New Windsor | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New Windsor | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| BLOOMING GROVE ACADEMY LLC New Windsor | 0.9 mi | — |
| TEMPLE HILL SCHOOL New Windsor | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| CORNWALL CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL New Windsor | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLOW AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| NEW YORK MILITARY ACADEMY Cornwall On Hudson | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| CORNWALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cornwall | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| CORNWALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL New Windsor | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH Newburgh | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY Newburgh | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| THE STORM KING SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 3.5 mi | 9.0 |
| LITTLE BRITAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Windsor | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| GIDNEY AVENUE MEMORIAL SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.8 mi | 2.9 |
| HORIZON-ON-THE-HUDSON SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.9 mi | 3.4 |
| MEADOW HILL SCHOOL Newburgh | 4.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,207
Median Home Value
$351,200
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
27,300
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 5.4 |
| CLAYTON HUEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Center Moriches, NY | 5.4 |
| CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY | 5.4 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY | 5.4 |
| HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.4 |
| HOOSIC VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schaghticoke, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vails Gate Steam Academy
What grades does Vails Gate Steam Academy serve?
Vails Gate Steam Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Vails Gate Steam Academy?
Vails Gate Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vails Gate Steam Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Vails Gate Steam Academy is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vails Gate Steam Academy rank in NY?
Vails Gate Steam Academy ranks #3,259 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Vails Gate Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Vails Gate Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Vails Gate Steam Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vails Gate Steam Academy has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Vails Gate Steam Academy a charter school?
No, Vails Gate Steam Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vails Gate Steam Academy a Title I school?
No, Vails Gate Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vails Gate Steam Academy?
67.8% of students at Vails Gate Steam Academy 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
- 482
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (845) 563-7900
Resources & Links
District
NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 11,227
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,963
- District Rank
- #7 of 12
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