Poughkeepsie Day School
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(845)462-7600
- Our collaborative learning environment, with dedicated faculty open to new ideas and challenges, provides a springboard for engaged and reflective learners.
- Our teachers design curriculum with their students in mind, providing many different pathways into a rich, integrated learning experience.
- We know that (1) fostering individual expression, (2) providing interdisciplinary opportunities and (3) having a steadfast commitment to social and emotional learning feeds a learning environment that will allow our students to thrive.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 235 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,675
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Poughkeepsie Day School places among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
- Category Attribute
- SAT Score Highest average SAT score
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other school association(s) New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) National Association of College Admissions Counselors |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Year Founded | 1934 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 235 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 25% State avg.: 28% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 55 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 60% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 9 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | Advanced Topics Advanced Calculus, Advanced Topics Human Biology, Advanced Topics in American Literature, Advanced Topics in Modern American History 1865-1980, Advanced Topics Integral Calculus, Advanced Topics Multivariable Calculus, Advanced Topics The Continuum vs. Discrete Mathematics |
| Average SAT score | 1350 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $25,675 |
| Tuition Notes | PreK-Kindergarten: $21,000 1st-5th: $23,500 6th - 8th: $26,900 9th - 12th: $31,300 |
| % on Financial Aid | 42% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $8,500 |
| Acceptance Rate | 80% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Ike Shaw |
| Endowment Size | $4.4 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 8 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 32 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Community Service, Creative Writing, GBSTA, Geography Bee, Jazz Ensemble, Life Drawing, Literary Magazine, Math Games, Model Congress, Music Ensembles, Newpaper, Peer Counseling, S.A.D.D., Scottish Dancing, SOS (Planned Parenthood Peer Education), Woodworking, Yearbook, Youth Against Discrimination Club or Organization: Academic World Quest, Environmental Club, Foreign Language Clubs, Habitat for Humanity, Model UN, Student Council Arts and Music Programs: A Cappella Singing, Chorus, Costume Design, Music Ensembles, Shooting Tape, Studio Art, Vocal and Instrumental Lessons Recreational Athletic Programs: Volleyball |
School Notes
The Committee on Admissions considers a variety of factors in making its decisions regarding applicants to the diverse Poughkeepsie Day School community. Among the factors taken into account are the student's:
- Intellectual strength or potential
- Passion for learning
- Curiosity and significant interests
- Creativity
- Potential for leadership and independence
- Ability to work well cooperatively
- Kindness and sensitivity to others
- Potential for making a positive contribution to the classroom and the PDS community
- Please note: Poughkeepsie Day School does not charge a set tuition, instead we have a flexible tuition program. View figures at the top range: https://poughkeepsieday.org/admissions/flexible-tuition
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