Renaissance Charter School in New York City opened in 1993 and is authorized by the Chancellor of the New York City Department of Education. It houses 550 students in grades kindergarten through high school. It started as a first-generation "New Visions School" sponsored by New Visions for Public Schools.
Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Renaissance Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renaissance Charter School's student population of 657 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
657 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (18-19)
44 teachers
Showing 2010–2019. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Leaders for the Renaissance of New York
School Rankings
Renaissance Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance Charter School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1276 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Asian
18%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Renaissance Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance Charter School's ranking?
Renaissance Charter School is ranked #1276 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Renaissance Charter School?
The graduation rate of Renaissance Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Renaissance Charter School?
657 students attend Renaissance Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Renaissance Charter School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Renaissance Charter School offer ?
Renaissance Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Renaissance Charter School part of?
Renaissance Charter School is part of Renaissance Charter School District.
School Reviews
Review Renaissance Charter School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Your Child Get Into School Clubs and Activities?
Discover whether your child can access advertised school clubs and activities, including enrollment limits, tryouts, fees, transportation, scheduling conflicts, and essential questions parents should ask before choosing schools today.
Who Supervises Students When Their Teacher Is Out?
Discover who supervises students when regular teachers are absent, how schools arrange classroom coverage, what qualifications substitutes need, and which questions parents should ask about safety and learning continuity.
When the School Nurse Isn't There: Parent Guide
Learn what happens when school nurses are absent, how public schools handle medications and emergencies, and which essential questions parents should ask to protect their children's health and safety daily.
