Highland Residential Center serves 69 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Residential Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Highland Residential Center's student population of 69 students has grown by 228% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highland Residential Center is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
44%
16%
White
19%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Highland Residential Center?
69 students attend Highland Residential Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Highland Residential Center students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Highland Residential Center offer ?
Highland Residential Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Highland Residential Center part of?
Highland Residential Center is part of New York State Office Of Children And Family Services (OCFS) School District.
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