Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Morse Young Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morse Young Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morse Young Magnet School's student population of 434 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morse Young Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morse Young Magnet School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4210 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
42%
30%
Black
44%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse Young Magnet School's ranking?
Morse Young Magnet School is ranked #4210 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Morse Young Magnet School often compared to?
Morse Young Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like G W Krieger School, Gov George Clinton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Morse Young Magnet School?
434 students attend Morse Young Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Morse Young Magnet School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morse Young Magnet School?
Morse Young Magnet School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Morse Young Magnet School offer ?
Morse Young Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Morse Young Magnet School part of?
Morse Young Magnet School is part of Poughkeepsie City School District.
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