Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Vassar Road Elementary 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vassar Road Elementary School's student population of 294 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
'Empowering all students with the competencies and confidence to pursue their passions.'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vassar Road Elementary School is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
60%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Vassar Road Elementary School often compared to?
Vassar Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Netherwood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Vassar Road Elementary School?
294 students attend Vassar Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Vassar Road Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vassar Road Elementary School?
Vassar Road Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vassar Road Elementary School offer ?
Vassar Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vassar Road Elementary School part of?
Vassar Road Elementary School is part of Wappingers Central School District.
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