Renaissance High School is a public, magnet high school in the city of Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 1978 on the former site of Catholic Central High School, Renaissance graduated its first senior class in 1981. In 2005, a new building was dedicated at the site of the former Sinai Hospital.
Serving 1,171 students in grades 9-12, Renaissance High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renaissance High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Renaissance High School's student population of 1,171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Rankings
Renaissance High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1245 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance High School's ranking?
Renaissance High School is ranked #1245 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Renaissance High School often compared to?
Renaissance High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cass Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Renaissance High School?
The graduation rate of Renaissance High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Renaissance High School?
1,171 students attend Renaissance High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Renaissance High School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renaissance High School?
Renaissance High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Renaissance High School offer ?
Renaissance High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Renaissance High School part of?
Renaissance High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Renaissance High School located?
Renaissance High School is located in the Greenwich neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Greenwich.
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