Serving 872 students in grades 6-8, Poughkeepsie Middle 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 7% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 872 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poughkeepsie Middle School's student population of 872 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
872 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
Poughkeepsie Middle 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 Poughkeepsie Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4178 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
48%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poughkeepsie Middle School's ranking?
Poughkeepsie Middle School is ranked #4178 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Poughkeepsie Middle School often compared to?
Poughkeepsie Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orville A Todd Middle School, Highland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Poughkeepsie Middle School?
872 students attend Poughkeepsie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Poughkeepsie Middle School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poughkeepsie Middle School?
Poughkeepsie Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Poughkeepsie Middle School offer ?
Poughkeepsie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Poughkeepsie Middle School part of?
Poughkeepsie Middle School is part of Poughkeepsie City School District.
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