New York City Children's Center serves 30 students in grades 3-12.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New York City Children's Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
New York City Children's Center's student population of 30 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of New York City Children's Center is 0.58, 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
7%
10%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
53%
16%
White
3%
41%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend New York City Children's Center?
30 students attend New York City Children's Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of New York City Children's Center students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does New York City Children's Center offer ?
New York City Children's Center offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is New York City Children's Center part of?
New York City Children's Center is part of New York State Office Mental Health (Omh) School District.
In what neighborhood is New York City Children's Center located?
New York City Children's Center is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Bellerose, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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