Renaissance Charter School 2 serves 587 students in grades Kindergarten-9.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renaissance Charter School 2's student population of 587 students has grown by 322% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 260% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Renaissance Charter School 2 is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
74%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Renaissance Charter School 2?
587 students attend Renaissance Charter School 2.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Renaissance Charter School 2 students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renaissance Charter School 2?
Renaissance Charter School 2 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Renaissance Charter School 2 offer ?
Renaissance Charter School 2 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Renaissance Charter School 2 part of?
Renaissance Charter School 2 is part of Renaissance Charter School 2 School District.
In what neighborhood is Renaissance Charter School 2 located?
Renaissance Charter School 2 is located in the Maspeth neighborhood of Elmhurst, NY.
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