For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 622 students in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Poughkeepsie, NY public preschools have a diversity score of 0.72, which is less than the New York public preschool average of 0.73.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Poughkeepsie, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vassar Road Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
174 Vassar Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7860
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7860
Gr: PK-2 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
372 Church St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4720
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4720
Gr: PK-1 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Poughkeepsie, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Poughkeepsie, NY include Vassar Road Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Poughkeepsie?
2 public preschools are located in Poughkeepsie.
What is the racial composition of students in Poughkeepsie?
Poughkeepsie public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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