Town of La Grange   Distance to NYC: 73 miles Area: 40 square miles   The Town of LaGrange in Dutchess County is a scenic Hudson Valley Community located approximately 75 miles north of New York City. LaGrange has long been attractive due to the close proximity to a major north/south route, and the bucolic, scenic countryside. The town is mainly a residential area with most conveniences located in nearby Poughkeepsie.   Educational Facilities The Town of LaGrange is served by the Arlington Central School District. The following schools are within the town: Arlington High, LaGrange Middle, Titusville Intermediate, Overlook Primary, LaGrange Elementary and Noxon Road Elementary Schools. The town is also home to the private Brendon Montessori School.   Recreational Facilities Central to Dutchess County, one of the area's hidden treasures is the 590 acre James Baird State Park. Located in the Town of LaGrange, the park has everything a nature enthusiast would want. The park also has a fully-equipped golf facility, regulation tennis courts, nature center and softball field. There are several miles of marked trails, picnic areas, and shelters. LaGrange offers a summer concert series at Freedom Park with free admission. The LaGrange Community Day is also held here, as well as many other functions.   Houses of Worship Include the Valley Bible Fellowship Church, Full Gospel Center, Clove Valley Alliance, Lutheran, Methodist/United Methodist, Nazarene and Presbyterian. There is easy access to many other denominations.