Needs Improvement
#4517 of 4,742 schools in NY
Vassar Road Elementary School
Elementary School · WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
174 VASSAR RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,517 of 4,742
In Poughkeepsie
#20 of 21
public schools
In district
#15 of 15
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Vassar Road Elementary School
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About Vassar Road Elementary School
Vassar Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Poughkeepsie, NY, part of WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Vassar Road Elementary School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Vassar Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,517 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Vassar Road Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Vassar Road Elementary School — Students at Vassar Road Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Vassar Road Elementary School Compares
See how Vassar Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
174 VASSAR RD, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vassar Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAWK MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poughkeepsie, see our Poughkeepsie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE DAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.2 mi | — |
| TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| HAGAN SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| SPACKENKILL HIGH SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ABILITIES FIRST Poughkeepsie | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| HAWK MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| ORVILLE A TODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| NASSAU SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| OVERLOOK PRIMARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| G W KRIEGER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
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
8%
Median Age
43.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.5 |
| BROCTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brocton, NY | 3.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 3.5 |
| FLANDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malone, NY | 3.5 |
| FORK LANE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vassar Road Elementary School
What grades does Vassar Road Elementary School serve?
Vassar Road Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Vassar Road Elementary School?
Vassar Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vassar Road Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vassar Road Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vassar Road Elementary School rank in NY?
Vassar Road Elementary School ranks #4,517 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Vassar Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vassar Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Vassar Road Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vassar Road Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Vassar Road Elementary School a charter school?
No, Vassar Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vassar Road Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Vassar Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vassar Road Elementary School?
26.4% of students at Vassar 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (845) 463-7860
Resources & Links
District
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,614
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,771
- District Rank
- #15 of 15
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