G W Krieger School vs Smith Early Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
G W Krieger School
Poughkeepsie · Public elementary · Grades K–5
419 students
Smith Early Learning Center
Poughkeepsie · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
328 students
| Measure | G W Krieger School Poughkeepsie, New York | Smith Early Learning Center Poughkeepsie, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2337 of 2,536 | #2399 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #43579 of 50,301 | #44558 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 419 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 419 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.1% | 85.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | – |
| Math proficiency | 20% | – |
| city | Poughkeepsie | Poughkeepsie |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •G W Krieger School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.0 vs 20.5).
- •G W Krieger School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.1% vs 85.1%).
- •G W Krieger School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 19.3).
- •G W Krieger School is the larger school with 419 students compared with 328.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is G W Krieger School better than Smith Early Learning Center?
On the Success Index (US), G W Krieger School ranks higher (22.0 vs 20.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are G W Krieger School and Smith Early Learning Center?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Poughkeepsie and Poughkeepsie in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
G W Krieger School: 419. Smith Early Learning Center: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do G W Krieger School and Smith Early Learning Center rank in New York?
G W Krieger School is 2337th of 2,536 and Smith Early Learning Center is 2399th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).