School Overview
The George W. Krieger School, located at 265 Hooker Avenue in Poughkeepsie, New York, is a primary educational institution operating under the Poughkeepsie City School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic experience rooted in the district's broader commitment to equity, student engagement, and holistic development. As a neighborhood school, it serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing the importance of parent-teacher partnerships and collaborative learning environments to support early childhood and elementary education.

The institution prioritizes core curriculum standards while integrating social-emotional learning to help students build the necessary skills for long-term academic success. By utilizing resources provided by the Poughkeepsie City School District, the Krieger School aims to cultivate a supportive atmosphere that encourages intellectual curiosity and personal growth. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding school calendars, academic programs, or administrative contact, the district’s official website at http://www.poughkeepsieschools.org serves as the primary portal for updates and institutional documentation.
419
Total Students
33.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for G W KRIEGER SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White24
Hispanic189
Black172
Asian2
Two or More31
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    189 (45.1%)
  • Black
    172 (41.1%)
  • Two or More
    31 (7.4%)
  • White
    24 (5.7%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: POUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (845)451-4660
Website: http://www.poughkeepsieschools.org
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 419
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 340
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 10
Grade 1 87
Grade 2 69
Grade 3 62
Grade 4 90
Grade 5 84
Ungraded 17

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for G W KRIEGER SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten10
Grade 187
Grade 269
Grade 362
Grade 490
Grade 584
Ungraded17
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for G W KRIEGER SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21451.1%
Male20548.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)