OAKSIDE SCHOOL

OAKSIDE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PEEKSKILL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in PEEKSKILL, NY with about 534 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 3rd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, OAKSIDE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

OAKSIDE SCHOOL, located at 200 Decatur Avenue in Peekskill, New York, is an integral part of the Peekskill City School District. Serving as a primary educational facility for the local community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of its students. As part of a district dedicated to academic excellence and equity, Oakside emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare young learners for future success within the Peekskill educational pipeline.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Peekskill City School District, which prioritizes community engagement, inclusivity, and the integration of technology in the classroom. By leveraging the resources of the district, Oakside provides a structured curriculum designed to meet state standards while addressing the diverse backgrounds of its student body. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub for early childhood and primary education, reflecting the district's ongoing commitment to cultivating a well-rounded and high-achieving student population in the heart of Peekskill.

*For more specific information regarding programs, school calendars, or enrollment, you can visit their official website at [http://www.peekskillcsd.org](http://www.peekskillcsd.org).*

For more information, contact OAKSIDE SCHOOL at (914) 737-1591 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

200 DECATUR AVE
PEEKSKILL, NY 10566-2195
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OAKSIDE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PEEKSKILL, NY with about 534 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
534
Teachers:
34
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
2nd Grade
3rd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 534 students

Hispanic/Latino
69.1%
Black or African American
17.2%
White
8.4%
Two or more races
3.7%
Asian
1.5%

Female
43.8%
Male
56.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.