Riverton Street Charter School

Riverton Street Charter School in Queens serves students from Kindergarten through 7th grade. It is a large charter school known for its strong academic performance, consistently outperforming state and district averages in both English Language Arts and Math proficiency, with scores well above the citywide median. The school emphasizes a "Moral Focus™ program" that integrates character education alongside a rigorous academic curriculum, teaching virtues like respect and compassion. Parent satisfaction is exceptionally high, with survey results showing nearly universal positive feedback regarding the school environment and communication. Teachers are highly regarded, with strong retention rates and positive views on school leadership, contributing to a supportive learning atmosphere. While the school offers academic tutoring and advanced learning opportunities, the overall percentage of students in accelerated coursework is lower than the citywide median. Some past parent comments have raised concerns about facility cleanliness and isolated incidents, but overall sentiment highlights a supportive environment focused on student growth and character development.