Serving 90 students in grades 6-12, The Renaissance Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Renaissance Center's student population of 90 students has grown by 130% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Renaissance Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Renaissance Center is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1173 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Renaissance Center's ranking?
The Renaissance Center is ranked #1173 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Renaissance Center?
The graduation rate of The Renaissance Center is 50%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend The Renaissance Center?
90 students attend The Renaissance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of The Renaissance Center students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Renaissance Center?
The Renaissance Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Renaissance Center offer ?
The Renaissance Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Renaissance Center part of?
The Renaissance Center is part of Muhlenberg County School District.
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