Taberg Residential Center serves 25 students in grades 8-12.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taberg Residential Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Taberg Residential Center's student population of 25 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers (18-19)
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Taberg Residential Center is 0.60, 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.
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
48%
15%
White
40%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Taberg Residential Center?
25 students attend Taberg Residential Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Taberg Residential Center students are Black, 40% of students are White, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Taberg Residential Center offer ?
Taberg Residential Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taberg Residential Center part of?
Taberg Residential Center is part of New York State Office Of Children And Family Services (OCFS) School District.
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