Serving 559 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Brinckerhoff 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 67% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brinckerhoff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brinckerhoff Elementary School's student population of 559 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
School Rankings
Brinckerhoff 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 Brinckerhoff Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#886 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
72%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brinckerhoff Elementary School's ranking?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brinckerhoff Elementary School often compared to?
Brinckerhoff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fishkill Elementary School, Fishkill Plains Elementary 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 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brinckerhoff Elementary School?
559 students attend Brinckerhoff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Brinckerhoff Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brinckerhoff Elementary School?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brinckerhoff Elementary School offer ?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brinckerhoff Elementary School part of?
Brinckerhoff Elementary School is part of Wappingers Central School District.
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