Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-5, G W Krieger 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 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
G W Krieger School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
G W Krieger School's student population of 433 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
G W Krieger School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G W Krieger School is 0.65, 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
#4107 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
43%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G W Krieger School's ranking?
G W Krieger School is ranked #4107 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are G W Krieger School often compared to?
G W Krieger Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morse Young Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend G W Krieger School?
433 students attend G W Krieger School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of G W Krieger School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G W Krieger School?
G W Krieger School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does G W Krieger School offer ?
G W Krieger School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is G W Krieger School part of?
G W Krieger School is part of Poughkeepsie City School District.
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