United Charter High School for the Humanities II

New Visions Charter High School for the Humanities II is a small charter high school in the Bronx, serving students in grades 9-12. The school focuses on humanities, writing, and critical thinking to prepare students for college and careers, emphasizing rigor, respect, and responsibility. Parents express very high satisfaction with the school, and teachers are often described as passionate and caring. The school offers Advanced Placement courses, SAT/ACT preparation, and benefits from a partnership with Lincoln Center Institute for arts exposure. A distinctive recent addition is a specialized Pre-Law and Advocacy track, which includes a mock trial courtroom. While students generally report feeling safe, some survey responses indicate concerns regarding bullying, physical fights, and drug/alcohol use. Academic outcomes present a mixed picture: the graduation rate and college enrollment percentage are slightly below citywide medians. Most Regents pass rates are low, particularly in math and science, though the school demonstrates a strong performance in Languages Other Than English Regents.