Serving 326 students in grades 6-8, Renaissance At Mathson ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renaissance At Mathson's student population of 326 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Renaissance At Mathson ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance At Mathson is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8174 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance At Mathson's ranking?
Renaissance At Mathson is ranked #8174 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Renaissance At Mathson?
326 students attend Renaissance At Mathson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Renaissance At Mathson students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Renaissance At Mathson?
Renaissance At Mathson has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Renaissance At Mathson offer ?
Renaissance At Mathson offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Renaissance At Mathson part of?
Renaissance At Mathson is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Renaissance At Mathson located?
Renaissance At Mathson is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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