Finger Lakes Residential Center serves 54 students in grades 7-11.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-11
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Finger Lakes Residential Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Finger Lakes Residential Center's student population of 54 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
33 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Finger Lakes Residential Center is 0.63, 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
2%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
44%
16%
White
41%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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
How many students attend Finger Lakes Residential Center?
54 students attend Finger Lakes Residential Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Finger Lakes Residential Center students are Black, 41% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Finger Lakes Residential Center offer ?
Finger Lakes Residential Center offers enrollment in grades 7-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Finger Lakes Residential Center part of?
Finger Lakes Residential Center is part of New York State Office Of Children And Family Services (OCFS) School District.
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