Serving 655 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Renaissance Charter School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 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 655 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Renaissance Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance Charter School is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1729 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
73%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1729 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Renaissance Charter School?
655 students attend Renaissance Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Renaissance Charter School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Renaissance Charter School part of?
Renaissance Charter School is part of Renaissance Charter School District.
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