Western Psychiatric Center serves 34 students in grades 2-12.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Western Psychiatric Center's student population of 34 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Western Psychiatric Center is 0.39, 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
11%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
75%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Western Psychiatric Center?
34 students attend Western Psychiatric Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Western Psychiatric Center students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Western Psychiatric Center offer ?
Western Psychiatric Center offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Psychiatric Center part of?
Western Psychiatric Center is part of New York State Office Mental Health (Omh) School District.
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