Brentwood Residential Center serves 20 students in grades 7-11.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 7-11
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brentwood Residential Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Brentwood Residential Center's student population of 20 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers (18-19)
33 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brentwood Residential Center is 0.51, 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
25%
31%
Black
65%
15%
White
10%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York State Office Of Children And Family Services (OCFS) School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Brentwood Residential Center?
20 students attend Brentwood Residential Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Brentwood Residential Center students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are White.
What grades does Brentwood Residential Center offer ?
Brentwood Residential Center offers enrollment in grades 7-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brentwood Residential Center part of?
Brentwood Residential Center is part of New York State Office Of Children And Family Services (OCFS) School District.
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