Serving 217 students in grades 6-8, Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building's student population of 217 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#486 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
23%
15%
White
55%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building's ranking?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building is ranked #486 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building often compared to?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Buildingis often viewed alongside schools like Buzz Aldrin Middle School, Glenfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building?
217 students attend Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building students are White, 23% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building offer ?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building part of?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building is part of Montclair Public School District.
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