The High School for Climate Justice

The High School for Climate Justice, formerly known as Life Sciences Secondary School, serves grades 6-12 in Manhattan, focusing on environmental science, sustainability, and civic engagement. The school aims to cultivate students as agents of change through a rigorous and culturally responsive curriculum. Parents express overwhelmingly positive sentiment, praising the supportive environment and dedicated teachers. The school offers unique opportunities such as internships starting in 9th grade, partnerships with institutions like Hunter College for college-level courses, and a hydroponics lab. While the school emphasizes a challenging academic program, its four-year graduation rate of 74% and college enrollment rate of 51.9% are below citywide medians, indicating areas for academic growth. Regents pass rates are generally low across most subjects, though the school excels in Languages Other Than English. Student survey results show mixed perceptions regarding safety and discipline, with some concerns about peer behavior, despite efforts by staff to maintain a safe environment.