Serving 414 students in grades 6-8, Renaissance Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Math Proficiency: 37%
- Reading Proficiency: 54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renaissance Academy's student population of 414 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Renaissance Academy is 0.31, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Renaissance Academy?
414 students attend Renaissance Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Renaissance Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renaissance Academy?
Renaissance Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Renaissance Academy offer ?
Renaissance Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Renaissance Academy part of?
Renaissance Academy is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Renaissance Academy located?
Renaissance Academy 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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