Harlem Renaissance High School

22 E 128th St
New York, NY 10035
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 176 students in grades 9-12, Harlem Renaissance High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 176 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50% in NY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Harlem Renaissance High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

Harlem Renaissance High School's student population of 176 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Harlem Renaissance High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlem Renaissance High School is 0.51, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2549 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Harlem Renaissance High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
21-39%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Harlem Renaissance High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥50%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Harlem Renaissance High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-79%
78%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Harlem Renaissance High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
4%
1%
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Asian
n/a
10%
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Hispanic
36%
29%
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Black
60%
16%
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White
n/a
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New York.
0.51
This chart displays the diversity score of Harlem Renaissance High School and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
15-19%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of Harlem Renaissance High School and public school graduation rate of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Harlem Renaissance High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Harlem Renaissance High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harlem Renaissance High School's ranking?
Harlem Renaissance High School is ranked #2549 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlem Renaissance High School?
The graduation rate of Harlem Renaissance High School is 15-19%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Harlem Renaissance High School?
176 students attend Harlem Renaissance High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Harlem Renaissance High School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlem Renaissance High School?
Harlem Renaissance High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harlem Renaissance High School offer ?
Harlem Renaissance High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harlem Renaissance High School part of?
Harlem Renaissance High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 5 School District.

School Reviews

2   7/6/2015
Honestly this school doesn't even deserve that 1 star- this school is awful and I would not recommend it to anyone ! Poor attendance! everyone is constantly grouchy, staff is ALWAYS nagging about minor BS such as Whereabouts even when you have PERMISSION. It's such an uncomfortable environment for me. I've attended 2 other high schools prior to this one and Harlem Rennsiaance is by far The worst experience I've ever endured in my 4 years of HS. there is NO MUTUAL RESPECT amoungs students, staff and let's not forget staff vs students. No organization what's so ever - This school is flat out ghetto. BEWARE IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDED THIS SCHOOL!!!!!!!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Perez

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 176 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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