Serving 836 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Myers Corners School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 836 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Myers Corners School serves the northwest part of Wappingers Falls, NY, covering an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 4.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Myers Corners School's student population of 836 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
836 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Wappingers Central School District is to empower all of our students with the competencies and confidence to challenge themselves, to pursue their passions, and to realize their potential while growing as responsible members of their co
School Rankings
Myers Corners 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 Myers Corners School is 0.57, 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
#2218 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Myers Corners School's ranking?
Myers Corners School is ranked #2218 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Myers Corners School often compared to?
Myers Corners Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fishkill Plains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Myers Corners School?
836 students attend Myers Corners School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Myers Corners School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myers Corners School?
Myers Corners School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Myers Corners School offer ?
Myers Corners School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Myers Corners School part of?
Myers Corners School is part of Wappingers Central School District.
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