For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,691 students in 12603, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in 12603, 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.
Public high schools in zipcode 12603 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 12603, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 12603 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 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public high school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12603, NY Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spackenkill High School
Magnet 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
| 526 students
Rank: #22.
Poughkeepsie High School
Magnet 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
| 1,165 students
12603, 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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 12603, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 12603, NY include Spackenkill High School and Poughkeepsie High School.
How many public high schools are located in 12603?
2 public high schools are located in 12603.
What is the racial composition of students in 12603?
12603 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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