Overlook Primary School serves 394 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Attendance Zone: Overlook Primary School serves the western part of Poughkeepsie, NY, covering an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.2 miles, and the furthest point located 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Overlook Primary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
TOGETHER WE GROW JOYFUL LEARNERS...FOR THEIR FUTURE AND OURS!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Overlook Primary School is 0.66, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
13%
15%
White
51%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 schools are Overlook Primary School often compared to?
Overlook Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur S May School, Noxon Road Elementary School, Traver Road Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Overlook Primary School?
394 students attend Overlook Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Overlook Primary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overlook Primary School?
Overlook Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Overlook Primary School offer ?
Overlook Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Overlook Primary School part of?
Overlook Primary School is part of Arlington Central School District.
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