Port Richmond High School (31R445)

85 St Josephs Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10302, Staten Island
Phone: 718-420-2100
Hours: 8:00am - 2:15pm
School Website: https://www.portrichmondhs.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/31R445/
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School Leader: Andrew Greenfield (agreenf@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Sonia Alvarez (salvarez24@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Amna Abdullah (aabdullah2@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: William Louisa Iii (wlouisa@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Dawn Santiago (dsantiago25@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Erick Varga (evarga22@schools.nyc.gov)
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About

Port Richmond High School is a comprehensive Community School that empowers students to reach their highest academic potential in a nurturing environment. Small, interest-based programs and a rigorous honors program are open to all students and offer a variety of services to our students and families through our new Port Richmond High School Health and Wellness Center. During students' first year, the Freshman Academy provides a culture of high standards, advanced courses, and academic support systems that address individual students' needs. Students are exposed to a wide array of extracurricular and athletic activities in combination with a challenging academic program that prepares them for college and the world of work.

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Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 74%

Academic Highlights: CTE program(s): Culinary Arts

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, Career and Technical Education (CTE), College Trips, Community School, Early College, Extended Day Program, Health Center, LYFE (Living For The Young Family Through Education), Online Grading System, Orientation, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Program(s) with 1 SWD Applicant Per Seat, Summer Internships, Summer Orientation, Weekend Programs

School Features:

  • CTE Endorsement
  • NYC 9-14 School, which offer a six-year program where students earn a high school diploma, gain valuable work-based learning experiences, and can earn a no-cost Associate's degree (or up to two years of college credits)
  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Pre-Calculus, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern, Arts (College Course [Credited]), Calculus (Advanced Math), Calculus (College Course [Credited]), Chemistry (Advanced Science), Comp Sci/Math Tech (College Course [Credited]), Econ/Gov (College Course [Credited]), ELA (College Course [Credited]), Math (College Course [Credited]), Other (College Course [Credited]), Physics (Advanced Science), Social Studies (College Course [Credited]), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
Languages Offered
Spanish
Diploma Endorsements
CTE, Math, NYS Seal of Biliteracy, Science
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Handball, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
Co-ed PSAL Sports
Golf, Stunt
Art
Port Richmond High School is committed to providing a comprehensive arts education. Our highly qualified arts teachers constantly assess student work throughout the year. We offer many classes for students to begin or continue their studies in the arts. The arts courses offered at Port Richmond High School are Beginning Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Chorus, Beginning Guitar, Guitar Ensemble, Beginning Strings, Advanced String Orchestra, Introduction to Theater, Advanced Theater, Beginning Visual Arts and Advanced Visual Arts. We also offer a three-year sequential Media Arts sequence where students produce podcasts and our weekly television show, "Good Morning Port Richmond" that showcases all things Port Richmond! We live- stream school events, performances and athletic games. Our Marching Band can be seen in parades throughout New York City as well as up and down the eastern seaboard. The students in our Music Department attend music festivals outside the school each year and perform at various school and community functions. Our Theatre Department produces two musicals and a "Sing" production each year and see Broadway shows. Our Media Arts classes Our Visual Arts students study 2 dimensional art and graphic arts.Partnerships include Exploring the Arts (Tony Bennett & Susan Benedetto), Roundabout Theatre Company, Carnegie Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, ABC Grants awarded through Staten Island Council on the Arts, and a long lasting partnership with the Staten Island Philharmonic.
Programs
Gateway Honors Program: Mathematics & Science Institute for Pre-College Education(R10A)
Science & Math

The Gateway Honors Academy is 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

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Students are admitted based on their course grades
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Staten Island students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:29 / 52 (0.56)25 / 52 (0.48)
SWD applicants/seats:2 / 16 (0.13)6 / 16 (0.38)
Rank Avg: 5.84
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Culinary Arts(R10C)
Culinary Arts

Port Richmond's Culinary Arts Program is an academically rigorous four year program in which our students explore the culinary arts and are prepared for career opportunities in the hospitality and food services industry. We partner with C-CAP (Careers Through Culinary Arts) and Pro-Start (NYS Restaurant Association Curriculum). Students leave our program with a Food Handlers License. Work-Based Learning opportunities include job shadowing, paid internships and working in our student run cafe.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Staten Island students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:58 / 92 (0.63)70 / 92 (0.76)
SWD applicants/seats:42 / 29 (1.45)35 / 29 (1.21)
Rank Avg: 4.84
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps(R10D)
JROTC

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.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Staten Island students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:6 / 26 (0.23)12 / 26 (0.46)
SWD applicants/seats:4 / 8 (0.50)4 / 8 (0.50)
Rank Avg: 4.38
OffersOffers - Waitlist
P-TECH 9-14 Computer Science Program(R10E)
Computer Science & Technology, Science & Math

Students have the opportunity to earn their High School Diploma in four years with earned college credit. PTECH is a 9-14 school model, offering students an opportunity to earn free college credit through the College of Staten Island towards an applied Associate degree in Computer Science. Students qualify to attend CSI through coursework and college readiness prerequisites. Students enrolled in the program attend the College of Staten Island for free while supports from Port Richmond High School remain in place until the student receives their Associates Degree. Additionally, students are offered early career opportunities through various internships.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Staten Island students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:24 / 26 (0.92)27 / 26 (1.04)
SWD applicants/seats:8 / 8 (1.00)9 / 8 (1.13)
Rank Avg: 5.57
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Institute of Business Technology, Hospitality & Entrepreneurship(R10K)
Business

The Institute of Business Technology, Hospitality & Entrepreneurship is 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.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Staten Island students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:24 / 40 (0.60)36 / 40 (0.90)
SWD applicants/seats:9 / 12 (0.75)13 / 12 (1.08)
Rank Avg: 5.58
OffersOffers - Waitlist
The Academy of the Arts(R10L)
Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design

The Academy of the Arts nurtures creatively talented students while providing comprehensive Regents level instruction including Advanced Placement and Honors courses. Students have the opportunity to experience classes in Media, Visual and Performing Arts. Classes include leveled band classes, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Chorus, Guitar, Orchestra, Theater, Radio & Television and Visual Arts classes. Partnerships include SI Community Television, Roundabout Theatre Company and Exploring The Arts.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Staten Island students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:13 / 26 (0.50)27 / 26 (1.04)
SWD applicants/seats:14 / 8 (1.75)11 / 8 (1.38)
Rank Avg: 5.25
OffersOffers - Waitlist
P-TECH 9-14 Health Sciences Program(R10M)
Health Professions

The P-Tech Health Sciences Early College Program is tied to our Career & Technical Education (CTE) Certificate Program in Medical Assisting. Students have the opportunity to earn their High School Diploma in four years with earned college credit. PTECH is a 9-14 school model, offering students an opportunity to earn free college credit through the College of Staten Island towards an applied Associate degree in Liberal Sciences with a biology focus. Students qualify to attend CSI through coursework and college readiness prerequisites. Students enrolled in the program attend the College of Staten Island for free while supports from Port Richmond High School remain in place until the student receives their Associates Degree. Additionally, students are offered early career opportunities through various internships.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Staten Island students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:24 / 40 (0.60)20 / 40 (0.50)
SWD applicants/seats:13 / 12 (1.08)6 / 12 (0.50)
Rank Avg: 5.32
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Collegiate Academy Honors Program: Humanities Institute for Pre-College Education(R10R)
Humanities & Interdisciplinary

The Collegiate Academy Honors Program is a competitive honors program that prepares students for college study in the humanities. Students complete college-level courses in the humanities.Through the YMCA of Greater New York, students are provided enrichment in college access and career development and SAT/ACT Prep. Students enjoy a free membership to the YMCA.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Students are admitted based on their course grades
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Staten Island students or residents
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:30 / 26 (1.15)19 / 26 (0.73)
SWD applicants/seats:5 / 8 (0.63)1 / 8 (0.13)
Rank Avg: 5.50
OffersOffers - Waitlist
75R025 D75 Inclusion Program at Port Richmond High School(R10U)
D75 Inclusion Program, D75 Inclusion Program

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Students currently in or recommended for District 75 Special Education Inclusive Services

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:0 / 0 (0.00)0 / 0 (0.00)
SWD applicants/seats:0 / 0 (0.00)0 / 0 (0.00)
Rank Avg:
Zoned(R10Z)
Zoned

Comprehensive academic program.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Students who live within this school's zone are guaranteed an offer to this program, if they do not receive an offer to a higher choice. To see your child’s zoned school, go to your student's profile in MySchools and scroll down to "Zoned School”.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Students who live in the zoned area
  • (Group 2) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:21 / 132 (0.16)0 / 0 (0.00)
SWD applicants/seats:12 / 52 (0.23)0 / 0 (0.00)
Rank Avg: 6.05
OffersOffers - Waitlist
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2023-24
2022-23
2021-22
Total Students Across All Grades
1,758
1,731
1,634
    Grade 12 Students
470
426
416
    Grade 11 Students
440
442
390
    Grade 10 Students
457
437
414
    Grade 9 Students
391
426
414
Avg. Class Size
24.1
16.6
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
19 / 203 / 129
19 / 195 / 132
20 / 237 / 192
Attendance %
86%
86%
80%
Graduation %
77%
85%
83%
College %
46%
46%
48%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
1,267 (334) / 564
435
1,024 (348) / 613
501
984 / 433
547
Survey Summary & Data (2023-24)
Student Responses
Academic Rigor 
  75.86%
Academic Engagement 
  71.08%
Safety 
  69.25%
Bully Prevention 
  62.63%
Inclusivity 
  89.60%
Mental Support 
  76.56%
Environment 
  68.63%
Post-School Support 
  81.89%
Teacher Responses
Academic Rigor 
  82.40%
School Satisfaction 
  93.25%
Student Behavior 
  69.50%
Student Support 
  94.67%
School Leadership 
  92.31%
Instructional Clarity 
  93.33%
Instructional Development 
  93.20%
Post-School Support 
  97.00%
Family Responses
Education 
  93.67%
Teacher Support 
  87.29%
Safety 
  93.67%
School Community 
  78.44%
School Leadership 
  94.38%
Post-School Support 
  93.00%
IEP Support 
  93.33%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  77.60%
CC Regents
  58
Non-CC Regents
  61
Impact Score
  0.38
Performance Score
  0.35
College Aptitude
CCR
  36.60%
SAT Math
  424
SAT R/W
  429
Postsecondary
2-Year College 22.40%
4-Year College 25.80%
Other Postsecondary 0.20%
Unknown 51.60%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2023-24)
Student Population:
Male 51.70%
Female 48.30%
English Language Learners:
  15.00%
Students with Disabilities:
  29.50%
Economic Need Index: 
  80.30%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 7.00%
Black 21.70%
Hispanic 54.30%
White 14.50%
Other 2.50%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Black 6.60%
Hispanic 14.00%
White 74.30%
Other 5.10%
IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  28.90%
Students with SETSS
  0.20%
Students with ICT
  13.10%
Students with SC
  9.20%
Has all programs
  93.00%
Has all services
  96.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  58
Regents Gl. Hist.
  57
Regents US Hist.
  57
Regents Algebra I
  53
Regents Living Env.
  50
4-Year Grad. Rate
  72.6
IEP Movement
Good
IEP Support 
  93.33%
Special Education Programs & Services (2023-24)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services289 (96%)12 (4%)0 (0%)
Special Class153 (88%)0 (0%)<=5 (?)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services223 (95%)N/A (N/A)11 (5%)
Counseling Services Bilingual<=5 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Occupational Therapy>5 (95%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (5%)
Physical Therapy<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy>5 (99%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (1%)
Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual0 (0%)<=5 (100%)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School31 (57%)
Stop to School0 (0%)
Unassigned23 (43%)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
Regents English
  52
Regents Gl. Hist.
  61
Regents US Hist.
  58
Regents Algebra I
  57
Regents Living Env.
  53
4-Year Grad. Rate
  61.6
ELL Progress
  62
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