For the 2025 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 72% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Poughkeepsie have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Poughkeepsie, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 70%, which is less than the New York average of 88%.
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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spackenkill High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
112 Spackenkill Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7810
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 463-7810
Grades: 9-12
| 516 students
Rank: #22.
Poughkeepsie High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
70 Forbus St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 451-4850
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 451-4850
Grades: 9-12
| 1,161 students
Rank: n/an/a
Dutchess Boces
Special Education School
5 Boces Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 486-4800
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 486-4800
Grades: K-12
| 292 students
Poughkeepsie, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
601 Dutchess Tpke
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 486-4480
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 486-4480
Grades: 6-8
| 516 students
Arnold Rd Aobh (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
10 Arnold Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Childrens Home Of Poughkeepsie (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
91 Fulton St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 452-1420
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 452-1420
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
160 Union St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 437-3450
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 437-3450
Grades: 7-8
| 7 students
12 S Perry St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4630
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 451-4630
Grades: PK-K
| 487 students
Greystone House Inc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
82 Washington St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Hooker Ave Group Home (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
237 Hooker Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Hudson River Psych Center (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
10 Ross Circle
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 452-8000
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 452-8000
Grades: Inquire with school
| 11 students
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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