Serving 545 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Brinckerhoff Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Brinckerhoff Elementary School serves the southern part of Fishkill, NY, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Families typically drive between 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brinckerhoff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brinckerhoff Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brinckerhoff Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brinckerhoff Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#886 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brinckerhoff Elementary School's ranking?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brinckerhoff Elementary School often compared to?
Brinckerhoff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fishkill Elementary School, Fishkill Plains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brinckerhoff Elementary School?
545 students attend Brinckerhoff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Brinckerhoff Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brinckerhoff Elementary School?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brinckerhoff Elementary School offer ?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brinckerhoff Elementary School part of?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School is part of Wappingers Central School District.
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