RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING

School Overview
The Richard R. Green High School of Teaching (RRGHST), located in the heart of Lower Manhattan at 26 Broadway, is a unique public high school dedicated to the theme of education and pedagogical development. Established with a mission to cultivate the next generation of educators, the school offers a specialized curriculum that integrates rigorous academics with opportunities for students to explore the fields of teaching, human development, and social advocacy. By fostering a community centered on leadership and service, the school encourages students to develop a strong sense of civic responsibility while preparing them for success in higher education and beyond.

The school is particularly noted for its focus on providing a supportive, student-centered environment that mirrors the collaborative nature of a classroom. Through partnerships and hands-on learning experiences, students at Richard R. Green are challenged to develop critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary for professional settings. Its location in the historic Bowling Green area provides students with easy access to the city’s vast cultural and professional resources, further enhancing their ability to engage with the world as informed, empathetic, and future-ready citizens.
405
Total Students
26.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING
Demographic Student Count
White104
Hispanic154
Black65
Asian45
Two or More29
American Indian3
Pacific Islander5
  • Hispanic
    154 (38.0%)
  • White
    104 (25.7%)
  • Black
    65 (16.0%)
  • Asian
    45 (11.1%)
  • Two or More
    29 (7.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Phone: (646)826-8174
Website: http://www.rrghst.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 405
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.1
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 232
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Grade 9 123
Grade 10 97
Grade 11 89
Grade 12 96

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING
Grade Student Count
Grade 9123
Grade 1097
Grade 1189
Grade 1296
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for RICHARD R GREEN HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25262.2%
Male15337.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)