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School for Community Research and Learning

1980 Lafayette Avenue Bronx, NY 10473
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1980 Lafayette Avenue
Bronx, NY 10473
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  • Performance3 Below Average
  • Satisfaction 2 Below Average
  • Diversity 5 Average
3/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
SAT Scores<br> 1095 / 2400
Average
Regents English
52%
Below Average
Regents Mathematics
35%
Below Average
Regents Science
58%
Average
Regents History
31%
Below Average
Regents Rate
29%
Below Average
Weighted Diploma Rate 96.2 / 350
Below Average
Regents Completion 17.9 / 100
Below Average
College Enrollment Rate 26.8 / 100
Below Average
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More about School for Community Research and Learning

Population 191 students
School Type High
Grades 10th-12th
2012 Progress
Report		 D
Avg. Attendance Rate 79%
Advanced Placement Courses
  • Biology
  • Calculus AB
  • English Language and Composition
Language Classes
  • Spanish
Program Highlights
  • Weekend and Summer Academies that include Community-based Research
  • Computer Technologies
  • Video-conferencing and Production
  • Telecommunications
  • Mentoring and Tutoring in Specialized Subjects and Projects; Math
  • Science and Technology Enrichment
  • Young Leadership Academy
Clubs
  • Mentors
  • International Technology
  • Drama
  • Dance
  • Arts; After-school and Saturday activities in Sports
  • Arts and Music
Academic Extracurriculars
  • Debate
  • Student Researcher Association
  • East/West Coast Scholars Collaborative
Cultural & Arts Partners)
  • Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
  • Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum
Higher Education Partnerships
  • Lehman College
  • New York University
Other Partnerships
  • National Science Foundation
Community Organization Partners
  • Good Shepherd Services
Sports
  • Sports and Fitness Club
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