Serving 977 students in grades 6-8, Renaissance Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 977 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Renaissance Middle School serves the southwest part of Fairburn, GA, covering an area of approximately 34.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renaissance Middle School's student population of 977 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
977 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Trust and Honest Communication
School Rankings
Renaissance Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance Middle School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1649 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance Middle School's ranking?
Renaissance Middle School is ranked #1649 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Renaissance Middle School often compared to?
Renaissance Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Renaissance Middle School?
977 students attend Renaissance Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Renaissance Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Renaissance Middle School?
Renaissance Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Renaissance Middle School offer ?
Renaissance Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Renaissance Middle School part of?
Renaissance Middle School is part of Fulton County School District.
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