Arthur S May School

601 Dutchess Turnpike
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
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 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Arthur S May School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Arthur S May School's student population of 496 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

School Rankings

Arthur S May School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur S May School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#3177 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
32%
46%
33%
49%
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
19%
16%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arthur S May School's ranking?
Arthur S May School is ranked #3177 out of 4,377 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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, 30% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% 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 10:1, which is lower than 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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