Nys Dept Of Corrections Placement serves 421 students inquire with school.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nys Dept Of Corrections Placement's student population of 421 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nys Dept Of Corrections Placement is 0.51, 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
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
66%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
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
How many students attend Nys Dept Of Corrections Placement?
421 students attend Nys Dept Of Corrections Placement.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Nys Dept Of Corrections Placement students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What school district is Nys Dept Of Corrections Placement part of?
Nys Dept Of Corrections Placement is part of New York State Department Of Corrections School District.
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