Goshen Secure Center serves 56 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goshen Secure Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Goshen Secure Center's student population of 56 students has grown by 124% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
33 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Goshen Secure Center is 0.50, 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
23%
30%
Black
66%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Goshen Secure Center often compared to?
Goshen Secure Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Middle School, Greenwood Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Goshen Secure Center?
56 students attend Goshen Secure Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Goshen Secure Center students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are White.
What grades does Goshen Secure Center offer ?
Goshen Secure Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goshen Secure Center part of?
Goshen Secure Center is part of New York State Office Of Children And Family Services (OCFS) School District.
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