For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 152 students in Dutchess County, NY.
Dutchess County, NY public charter schools have a diversity score of 0.57, which is less than the New York public charter school average of 0.62.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public charter school average of 95% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Dutchess County (2026)
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Quick Facts
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Little Water Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
68 Dutchess Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 307-0274
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 307-0274
Gr: K-3 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public charter schools are located in Dutchess County, NY?
1 public charter schools are located in Dutchess County, NY.
What is the racial composition of students in Dutchess County?
Dutchess County public charter schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public charter schools average of 95% (majority Black).
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