Best Poughkeepsie Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,969 students in Poughkeepsie, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in Poughkeepsie, NY are Spackenkill High School and Poughkeepsie High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Poughkeepsie, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Poughkeepsie have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Poughkeepsie, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Spackenkill High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Poughkeepsie, NY (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spackenkill High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
112 Spackenkill Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7810
Gr: 9-12 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Poughkeepsie High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
70 Forbus St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 451-4850
Gr: 9-12 | 1,161 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Dutchess Boces
Special Education School
5 Boces Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 486-4800
Gr: K-12 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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Poughkeepsie, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
601 Dutchess Tpke
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 486-4480
Gr: 6-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Arnold Rd Aobh (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
10 Arnold Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
91 Fulton St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 452-1420
160 Union St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 437-3450
Gr: 7-8 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
12 S Perry St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4630
Gr: PK-K | 487 students
82 Washington St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
237 Hooker Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
10 Ross Circle
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 452-8000
Gr: Inquire with school | 11 students Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Poughkeepsie, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Poughkeepsie, NY include Spackenkill High School and Poughkeepsie High School.
How many public high schools are located in Poughkeepsie?
3 public high schools are located in Poughkeepsie.
What is the racial composition of students in Poughkeepsie?
Poughkeepsie public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Poughkeepsie are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Poughkeepsie include: Poughkeepsie High School vs. Spackenkill High School, Spackenkill High School vs. Poughkeepsie High School

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