Second Opportunity School serves 276 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment was 99% 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 7-12
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
27%
30%
Black
70%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District # 2 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Second Opportunity School?
276 students attend Second Opportunity School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Second Opportunity School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Second Opportunity School offer ?
Second Opportunity School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Second Opportunity School part of?
Second Opportunity School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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