Serving 566 students in grades 6-8, Carl T Renton Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carl T. Renton Jr. High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of New Boston, MI, encompassing approximately 39.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 3.2 miles and the furthest edge located 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl T Renton Jr High School's student population of 566 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Carl T. Renton Junior High School is committed to building positive relationships, while providing students with rigorous and relevant programs.
School Rankings
Carl T Renton Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl T Renton Jr High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1423 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl T Renton Jr High School's ranking?
Carl T Renton Jr High School is ranked #1423 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Carl T Renton Jr High School?
566 students attend Carl T Renton Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Carl T Renton Jr High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl T Renton Jr High School?
Carl T Renton Jr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Carl T Renton Jr High School offer ?
Carl T Renton Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carl T Renton Jr High School part of?
Carl T Renton Jr High School is part of Huron School District.
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