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Staten Island NY 10302
Our Insights
What’s Special
A nice variety of programs and extracurricular activities
The Downside
The graduation rate has a ways to go
Port Richmond is a large, traditional high school in an old, residential neighborhood on Staten Island's north shore. With the towering arch of the Bayonne Bridge as its backdrop, the school is housed in a well-maintained building that was constructed in 1920 and expanded in 1993 with the addition of a new wing.
The school underwent turmoil in the 2017-18 school year after long-time principal Tom Gannon retired. His interim replacement, Oneatha Swinton, drew the ire of some parents for proposing changes in the honors programs and was then removed after being indicted on felony fraud charges in Pennsylvania. Andrew Greenfield, a long-time assistant principal at Port Richmond, was named her interim replacement.
A diverse school, Port Richmond is large enough to offer two honors programs—one in math and science and the other in humanities—as well as Advanced Placement (AP) classes, a dual language Spanish program, a partnership with Wagner College and ROTC as well as a wide array of sports teams and extracurricular activities.
The ninth grade curriculum and structure focuses on helping students acclimate to high school. Beginning in 10th grade, students transition to one of the school’s programs, including the honors academies and programs in business and hospitality, bio-medical technology, culinary arts and television, visual and performing arts. Music choices are rich, with five bands, two choirs, and guitar classes. Students can participate in SING, a competitive musical production, and in a spring musical.
Despite its strengths, the school faces challenges. Many freshmen arrive with weak skills and the school’s graduation lags behind the citywide average.
SPECIAL EDUCATION: The school offers a variety of special education services, including self-contained classes and ICT (integrated co-teaching) classes.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS: The school is open to all New York City residents. Guaranteed admission to students in the school's zone who apply to the zoned program. The Gateway Scholars and Collegiate Academy admit students based on a review of their grades, test scores, and records of attendance and lateness. The remaining programs use the educational option method aimed at ensuring a mix of students of all academic level. Most programs do not fill all their seats. (Gail Robinson, web reports, September 2018)
School Stats
Is this school safe and well-run?
From 2017-18 NYC School Survey
From 2015-16 NY State Report Card
From this school's most recent Quality Review Report
From 2017-18 School Quality Guide
How do students perform academically?
From 2017-18 School Quality Guide
From 2017 NY State Graduation Outcomes
Who does this school serve?
From 2017-18 Demographic Snapshot
From 2017-18 School Quality Guide
From 2018 School Directories
How does this school serve special populations?
From 2017-18 School Quality Guide
Programs & Admissions
Requirements:
- Attendance
- Punctuality
- Course Grades: English (70-100), Math (70-100), Science (70-100), Social Studies (70-100)
- Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.0-4.5), Math (1.9-4.5)
- Demonstrated Interest: School Visit
- Honors/Accelerated Coursework
Program Description:
A competitive honors program that prepares students for college study in applied mathematics, sciences, and related professions. Students complete college-level courses in science and research opportunities, internships, and SAT/ACT prep.
Program Description:
Prepares students for career opportunities in the catering and food services industry.
Program Description:
JROTC provides students with the tools, training, and experiences required for today's leadership roles. Drill courses provide the opportunity for students to participate in the National Drill Competition.
Program Description:
A challenging program that immerses students in a CTE instructional model preparing them for business, economics, finance, and career education through the Virtual Enterprise Program and the Hospitality and Tourism Program.
Program Description:
Study includes structures, space, color, and form. Focus on hand drafting, architectural design, model making, and sketching. Students will learn industry standard software (AutoCAD and Revit). Seniors complete projects culminating in portfolios for college entrance. Industry partners include E.B. Pritchard Architecture & Glass, Island Engineering, IMC Architecture, and Steven Savino Architect.
Program Description:
Medical Technology introduces students to the multitude of occupations and careers available in the medical and health professions; the hands-on program prepares students for college-level courses through lab experience and internships.
Requirements:
- Attendance
- Punctuality
- Course Grades: English (80-100), Math (75-100), Science (74-100), Social Studies (82-100)
- Standardized Test Scores: English Language Arts (2.3-4.5), Math (1.7-4.5)
- Demonstrated Interest: School Visit
- Honors/Accelerated Coursework
Program Description:
A challenging four-year honors program designed for students with outstanding academic ability; this program provides multiple opportunities for college-level courses, AP courses, and inquiry-based learning.
Program Description:
Comprehensive academic program
Academics
Language Courses
Italian, Spanish
Advanced Placement (AP) courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Computer Science, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP U.S. History, AP World History
Sports
Boys PSAL teams
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Handball, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Girls PSAL teams
Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
Coed PSAL teams
Golf, Stunt
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