These are some of the top-rated public schools in Poughkeepsie based on a variety of measures. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.
College Success Award
The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Wappingers Central School District
10,479 students | HOPEWELL JUNCTION, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 15 schools -
Arlington Central School District
7,849 students | LAGRANGEVILLE, NY
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 11 schools -
Poughkeepsie City School District
3,972 students | POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 7 schools -
Hyde Park Central School District
3,541 students | HYDE PARK, NY
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 6 schools -
Spackenkill Union Free School District
1,563 students | POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 4 schools -
Dutchess Board of Cooperative Educational Services
0 students | POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 1 school
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Reviews From Schools in Poughkeepsie
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Parent / Guardian
August 12, 2025
Overlook School continue to impress me. My son had Mrs.Pakrad for Kindergarten and she was an absolute gem! Such a thoughtful and caring teacher who truly took time to understand each child and... More
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Overlook Primary School
Current student
July 29, 2025
As a student at Poughkeepsie High School, I was mistreated, discriminated against, and ignored. The staff choose who they want to support, give privileges, and turn their backs when we ask for help.... More
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Poughkeepsie High School