Serving 269 students in grades 9-12, Renaissance Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renaissance Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Renaissance Academy's student population of 269 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Renaissance Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance Academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#459 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
89%
33%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance Academy's ranking?
Renaissance Academy is ranked #459 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Renaissance Academy?
The graduation rate of Renaissance Academy is 20-24%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Renaissance Academy?
269 students attend Renaissance Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Renaissance Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renaissance Academy?
Renaissance Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Renaissance Academy offer ?
Renaissance Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Renaissance Academy part of?
Renaissance Academy is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
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