For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,013 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Poughkeepsie, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spackenkill High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
112 Spackenkill Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7810
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7810
Gr: 9-12 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Poughkeepsie High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
70 Forbus St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 451-4850
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 451-4850
Gr: 9-12 | 1,151 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Dutchess Boces
Special Education School
5 Boces Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 486-4800
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 486-4800
Gr: K-12 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 62% (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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