Columbia Secure Center For Girls serves 6 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 83% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
33 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
66%
16%
White
17%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Columbia Secure Center For Girls?
6 students attend Columbia Secure Center For Girls.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Columbia Secure Center For Girls students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 17% of students are White.
What grades does Columbia Secure Center For Girls offer ?
Columbia Secure Center For Girls offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Secure Center For Girls part of?
Columbia Secure Center For Girls is part of New York State Office Of Children And Family Services (OCFS) School District.
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