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Renaissance Charter High School for Innovation

Grades 9-12 · 410 EAST 100 STREET · Manhattan

Terence Joseph, Principal · 212-722-5871

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About

Renaissance Charter High School for Innovation in Manhattan offers a high school experience focused on nurturing academic success, emotional health, and self-directed lives through an innovative, project-based, and experiential learning approach. Parents express very high satisfaction with the school, and students often describe a welcoming and inclusive environment where teachers are supportive and provide opportunities for growth. Distinctive offerings include a Software Engineering Program with AP courses, a Culinary Arts program, and unique week-long enrichment projects and field trips. While the school aims to prepare students for college and careers, its graduation rate (84.0%) and college enrollment percentage (51.5%) are below citywide medians. Regents exam pass rates are mixed, with US History (72.2%) being a relative strength, but math (e.g., Geometry 1.5%, Algebra I 20.8%) and some science scores are notably low. Student surveys indicate that while many feel safe in common areas, a significant portion report concerns about bullying, drug/alcohol use, and physical fights. Teacher feedback has also pointed to challenges with discipline and order, and the school experiences higher teacher turnover. The school serves a diverse student body, including a substantial percentage of students with disabilities, and employs a two-teacher model in academic classes to support varied learning needs.

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Academics

Coursework, class size, and academic context.

Attendance rate

90%

Avg class size (general ed)

—

Avg class size (ICT)

—

Outcomes

^[6]

Graduation, test scores, and what happens after senior year.

4-year graduation rate

84%

Enrolled in college within 6 months

52%

College & career ready

—

Where graduates enroll

4-year college 39%
2-year college 13%
Not enrolled 48%

Share of graduates by destination within 6 months. “Not enrolled” covers graduates not in a tracked postsecondary program (work, military, or unreported).

College entrance exams

SAT Math402

SAT Reading & Writing432

Average score among this school’s test-takers. Few NYC schools report the ACT, so those rows appear only where published.

Regents pass rates

Algebra I21%

Algebra II17%

Earth & Space Sciences29%

English60%

Geometry2%

Global History58%

Living Environment36%

U.S. History72%

Share of students who took each Regents exam this year and scored 65 or higher. Exams with too few test-takers to report are omitted. Bars compare against NYC high schools reporting the same exam.

These figures describe recent graduating classes, not a guarantee for any student. College enrollment counts any postsecondary program within 6 months of graduation, and “college & career ready” is the DOE’s 4-year readiness measure.

Community & climate

Demographics, attendance, school survey results, and DOE quality ratings.

Quality signals

FacultyGoodAI-estimated

Parent survey · overall positive

87%100% response rate

Teacher survey · overall positive

86%97% response rate

Student survey · overall positive

70%81% response rate

Survey topics

Safety70%city 76%

Conflicts are resolved fairly in this school.60%
I feel safe…outside around this school.70%
I feel safe…traveling between home and this school.74%
I feel safe…in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria of this school.79%
I feel safe…in my classes at this school.89%
Conflicts are resolved fairly in my school.91%
School Safety Agents promote a safe and respectful environment.76%
At this school students drink alcohol, use illegal drugs, or abuse prescription drugs.60%
At this school students get into physical fights.38%
At this school there is gang activity.66%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (70%) is their average, vs 76% citywide.

Bullying prevention58%city 57%

At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.46%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, language/accent, or citizenship/immigration status.67%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.66%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of other differences, like different body type or disability.60%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other online (through mobile phones, social media, email, or other forms of electronic communication).47%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.59%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (58%) is their average, vs 57% citywide.

Emotional support66%city 69%

I know where to go at my school if I need additional support with my mental-health.85%
During this school year, most days I have felt happy when at school.70%
During this school year, most days I have felt safe when at school.77%
During this school year, most days I have felt optimistic when at school.68%
During this school year, most days I have felt bored when at school.19%
During this school year, most days I have felt stressed when at school.30%
During this school year, most days I have felt worried when at school.54%
There is time at school to talk about feelings and emotions.62%
How many adults at this school…help students develop the skills they need to complete challenging coursework despite obstacles?.79%
How many adults at this school…tell their students they believe they can achieve high academic standards?.88%
How many adults at this school…teach students how to advocate for themselves?.79%
How many adults at this school…recognize disruptive behavior as social-emotional learning opportunities?.78%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (66%) is their average, vs 69% citywide.

Personal attention65%city 67%

In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…ask if I have everything that I need to succeed in their class.61%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…give me specific suggestions about how I can improve my work in class.72%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…explain things a different way if I don't understand something in class.66%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…support me when I am upset.52%
Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing personally.58%
Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing academically.80%
I feel like I belong at this school.64%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (65%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.

Academic expectations63%city 71%

The classes at this school prepare me for the next step in my education.82%
In how many of your classes …are you challenged?.35%
In how many of your classes …do your teachers have high expectations for you?.69%
In how many of your classes …are you encouraged to work in small groups?.41%
In how many of your classes …do your teachers want you to become better thinkers, not just memorize things?.67%
In how many of your classes …do you get so focused on learning during class activities that you lose track of time?.41%
In this school, the staff believes that all students can learn, including English language learners (ELLs), Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs), and students with disabilities.94%
How many students in your classes…have to work hard to do well?.71%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (63%) is their average, vs 71% citywide.

Clear instruction70%city 73%

In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers make learning expectations clear.69%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? Class assignments are purposeful in learning the course content.70%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? The work I do in class is good preparation for class assignments, projects, and assessments.75%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? I learn a lot from feedback on my work.65%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (70%) is their average, vs 73% citywide.

College & career guidance86%city 86%

Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… meet with me to discuss what I plan to do after high school. [Grades 9-12].66%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… encourage me to continue my education after high school. [Grades 9-12].86%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… provide me with information about the college application process. [Grades 9-12].80%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… help me plan for how to meet my future career goals. [Grades 9-12].83%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… encourage students of all races, ethnicities, genders, cultures, and backgrounds to take challenging classes. [Grades 9-12].85%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… advise me to take advanced courses. [Grades 9-12].73%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… help me consider which colleges to apply to. [Grades 9-12].77%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… show me options for how to pay for college (scholarship, grants, loans, work study programs, etc.). [Grades 9-12].77%
Adults at this school...meet with students to discuss what they plan to do after high school.100%
Adults at this school...provide students with information about the college application process.100%
Adults at this school...help students plan for how to meet their future career goals.100%
Adults at this school...show students options for how to pay for college (scholarship, grants, loans, work study programs).100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (86%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.

Family outreach95%city 94%

At this school…teachers understand families' challenges and concerns.97%
At this school…teachers work closely with families to meet students' needs.97%
At this school…staff regularly communicate with families about how they can help students learn.97%
At this school…school staff value families' race, ethnicity, culture, family structure, and background.100%
School staff regularly communicate with me about how I can help my child learn.90%
Teachers work closely with me to meet my child's needs.87%
My child's school communicates with me in a language that I can understand.96%
I am greeted warmly when I contact or visit the school.95%
My child's school will make me aware if there are any concerns about my child’s social or emotional well-being.95%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (95%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.

Student–teacher trust82%city 82%

There is at least one adult at my school that I can confide in.85%
My teachers are open to students' ideas, suggestions, and comments.83%
My teachers always do what they say they will do.69%
My teachers treat me with respect.90%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (82%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.

Parent–teacher trust93%city 95%

I feel respected by my child's teachers.96%
Staff at this school work hard to build trusting relationships with parents/guardians like me.90%
My child's teachers treat me as a partner in educating my child.94%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (93%) is their average, vs 95% citywide.

Show all survey topics

Rigorous Instruction

Strong Core Instruction91%city 92%

In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [Social Studies].86%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [Social Studies].86%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [Social Studies].71%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [Social Studies].71%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [Social Studies].86%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [Science].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [Science].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [Science].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [Science].86%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…creating coherent progressions within the standards from previous grades to current grade to build onto previous learning. [Science].86%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [ELA].88%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [ELA].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [ELA].100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (91%) is their average, vs 92% citywide.

Quality of Student Discussion63%city 67%

How many students in your classes…build on each other’s ideas during class discussions?.62%
How many students in your classes…use data or text references to support their ideas?.62%
How many students in your classes…show that they respect each other’s ideas?.62%
How many students in your classes…provide constructive feedback to their peers/teachers?.53%
How many students in your classes…participate in class discussions at some point?.74%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (63%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.

Collaborative Teachers

School Commitment90%city 83%

I usually look forward to each working day at this school.91%
I would recommend this school to parents/guardians seeking a place for their child.85%
I would recommend this school to other teachers as a place to work.94%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (90%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.

Cultural Awareness and Inclusive Classroom Instruction90%city 89%

My teachers use examples of students’ different races and cultures in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.80%
My teachers use examples of students’ different backgrounds and families in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.72%
I see a variety of races, ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds positively represented in the curriculum.91%
I see a variety of genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations positively represented in the curriculum.87%
At this school, we have productive conversations about race and racism where I feel my voice is heard.74%
My teachers treat students of different races, cultures, or backgrounds equally.93%
My teachers treat students of different genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations equally.94%
I feel that my teachers respect my culture, background, and identity.96%
I am able to...receive support around how to incorporate students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds in my practice.88%
I am able to...modify instructional activities and materials to meet the developmental needs and learning interests of all my students.100%
I am able to...ensure instruction represents multiple perspectives, cultures, and backgrounds.94%
I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations.97%
I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple races and ethnicities.97%
I am able to...design appropriate instruction that is matched to students' need (e.g. English language learners (ELLs) or Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs) proficiency and students with disabilities).85%
I am able to...apply my knowledge of parents' various cultural backgrounds when collaborating with them regarding their child's educational progress.97%
I am able to...develop appropriate Individualized Education Programs for my students with disabilities.97%
I am able to...monitor progress on Individualized Education Program goals for my students with disabilities.94%
I am able to...distinguish linguistic/cultural differences from learning difficulties.91%
I have conversations about race and racism at my school that help me examine my own beliefs around identity.74%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (90%) is their average, vs 89% citywide.

Peer Collaboration89%city 87%

At this school…the principal/school leader, teachers, and staff collaborate to make this school run effectively.91%
At this school…teachers design instructional programs (e.g. lessons, units) together.91%
At this school…teachers make a conscious effort to coordinate their teaching with instruction at other grade levels.85%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (89%) is their average, vs 87% citywide.

Innovation and Collective Responsibility85%city 79%

How many teachers at this school…help build a welcoming school environment in the entire school, not just their classroom?.88%
How many teachers at this school…are actively trying to improve their teaching?.100%
How many teachers at this school…take responsibility for improving the school?.79%
How many teachers at this school…are eager to try new ideas?.71%
How many teachers at this school…feel responsible that all students learn?.88%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (85%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.

Quality of Professional Development84%city 82%

Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...included enough time to think carefully about, try, and evaluate new ideas.82%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...Included opportunities to engage in inquiry-based, professional collaboration with peers and/or mentors from other schools.85%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...directly related to my students’ needs.85%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (84%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.

Supportive Environment

Conflict Resolution78%city 79%

When a conflict arises, school staff use questions to encourage reflection and resolve it.78%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (78%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.

Classroom Behavior55%city 66%

How many students in your classes…listen carefully when the teacher gives directions?.53%
How many students in your classes…follow the rules in class?.76%
How many students in your classes…respond to challenging questions in class?.44%
How many students in your classes…do their work when they are supposed to?.45%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (55%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.

Effective School Leadership

Inclusive Leadership93%city 93%

The principal/school leader at this school…puts decisions made with families into action.92%
The principal/school leader at this school…works to create a sense of community in the school.94%
The principal/school leader at this school…ensures families are comfortable communicating with the school.95%
I have the opportunity to work with adults at this school to make decisions in important areas that impact my life (e.g. instruction, safety, conflict resolution, etc.).91%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (93%) is their average, vs 93% citywide.

Instructional Leadership85%city 86%

The principal/school leader at this school...makes clear to the staff their expectations for meeting instructional goals.91%
The principal/school leader at this school...understands how children learn.97%
The principal/school leader at this school...sets high standards for student learning.88%
The principal/school leader at this school...participates in instructional planning with teams of teachers.68%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…supports teachers in implementing what they have learned in professional development.94%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…carefully tracks student academic progress.91%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…knows what’s going on in my classes.76%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…provides teachers with formative feedback to improve practice.82%
How many adults at this school…have access to school-based supports to assist in behavioral/emotional escalations?.82%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (85%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.

Program Coherence77%city 83%

At this school…once we start a new program, we follow up to make sure that it’s working.59%
At this school…it is clear how all of the programs offered are connected to our school’s instructional vision.79%
At this school…curriculum, instruction, and learning materials are well coordinated across the different grade levels at this school.94%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (77%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.

Teacher Influence68%city 66%

At this school…the principal/school leader encourages feedback through regular meetings with families and teacher leaders.94%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...hiring new professional personnel?.38%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...planning how discretionary school funds should be used?.47%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...selecting instructional materials and/or curriculum used in classrooms?.85%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...setting standards for student behavior?.76%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (68%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.

Strong Family-Community Ties

Strong Relationships85%city 90%

At this school, my child receives what they need to achieve their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goal(s). [Families of students with IEPs].85%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (85%) is their average, vs 90% citywide.

Parent Involvement in School61%city 63%

Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…communicated with your child's teachers about your child's performance?.87%
Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…seen your child’s projects, artwork, homework, tests, or quizzes?.86%
I know how to contact the Parent Coordinator at my child’s school.10%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (61%) is their average, vs 63% citywide.

Trust

Parent-Principal Trust93%city 94%

I feel respected by my child's principal/school leader.95%
I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).92%
The principal/school leader is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.91%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (93%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.

Teacher-Principal Trust92%city 84%

I feel respected by the principal/school leader at this school.97%
The principal/school leader at this school is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.94%
The principal/school leader has confidence in the expertise of the teachers at this school.94%
I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).85%
The principal/school leader looks out for the personal welfare of the staff members.94%
The principal/school leader places the needs of children ahead of personal interests.94%
The principal and assistant principals function as a cohesive unit.88%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (92%) is their average, vs 84% citywide.

Teacher-Teacher Trust88%city 86%

Teachers in this school trust each other.82%
It's OK in this school to discuss feelings, worries, and frustrations with other teachers.85%
I feel respected by other teachers at this school.97%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (88%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.

Student-Student Trust69%city 70%

Most students at this school treat each other with respect.59%
Most students treat students from different cultures or backgrounds equally.78%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (69%) is their average, vs 70% citywide.

Overall positive % is averaged across every Pos/Neg survey question per respondent group (school year 2023-2024). Survey topics are the DOE’s framework measures (each the average favorable response across its questions; expand a topic to see them and the citywide average); the dimension scores themselves are no longer in the public data file.^[3]

Operational health

Attendance

90%

Chronic absenteeism

62%

Suspension rate

Teachers^[7]

Teachers with 4+ years' experience

85%

Students per teacher

10:1

Teaching out of certification

47%

Teacher experience and certification from the NYSED School Report Card (2024–25); students per teacher = enrollment ÷ reported teachers. Fewer than 4 years counts as inexperienced.

Student body

Race / ethnicity^[4]

Black 44%
Hispanic 53%
Multiracial 1%

School-level totals; may not sum to 100% due to rounding and small subgroup suppression.

Gender^[4]

Female 46%
Male 54%

Female / male shares as published by the DOE; other gender identities aren’t reported in the source data.

Enrollment

401

Economic Need Index

92%

Free / reduced lunch

91%

English learners

Students with IEPs

32%

Admissions

No program-level admissions data is available for this school yet.

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