Serving 831 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gayhead 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 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gayhead School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gayhead School's student population of 831 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
831 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Gayhead 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 Gayhead School is 0.45, 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
#944 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
72%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wappingers Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gayhead School's ranking?
Gayhead School is ranked #944 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gayhead School often compared to?
Gayhead Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fishkill Elementary School, Glenham School, Fishkill Plains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gayhead School?
831 students attend Gayhead School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gayhead School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gayhead School?
Gayhead School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gayhead School offer ?
Gayhead School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gayhead School part of?
Gayhead School is part of Wappingers Central School District.
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