Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fishkill Plains Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fishkill Plains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fishkill Plains Elementary School's student population of 602 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Fishkill Plains Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fishkill Plains Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#998 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
68%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fishkill Plains Elementary School's ranking?
Fishkill Plains Elementary School is ranked #998 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fishkill Plains Elementary School often compared to?
Fishkill Plains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James S Evans Elementary School, Gayhead School, Myers Corners School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Fishkill Plains Elementary School?
602 students attend Fishkill Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Fishkill Plains Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fishkill Plains Elementary School?
Fishkill Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fishkill Plains Elementary School offer ?
Fishkill Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fishkill Plains Elementary School part of?
Fishkill Plains Elementary School is part of Wappingers Central School District.
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