Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arthur S May School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arthur S. May School serves the west part of Poughkeepsie, NY, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arthur S May School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Arthur S May School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur S May School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3376 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
34%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
39%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur S May School's ranking?
Arthur S May School is ranked #3376 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Arthur S May School often compared to?
Arthur S May Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overlook Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Arthur S May School?
496 students attend Arthur S May School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Arthur S May School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arthur S May School?
Arthur S May School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Arthur S May School offer ?
Arthur S May School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arthur S May School part of?
Arthur S May School is part of Arlington Central School District.
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