Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept serves 19 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept's student population of 19 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. 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
5%
31%
Black
79%
15%
White
16%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept?
The graduation rate of Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 83%.
How many students attend Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept?
19 students attend Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept students are Black, 16% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept offer ?
Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept part of?
Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept located?
Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept is located in the Pine Hills neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Pine Hills.
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