Serving 817 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Renaissance Charter School At Cypress ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renaissance Charter School At Cypress's student population of 817 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Renaissance Charter School At Cypress ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance Charter School At Cypress is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2181 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
67%
21%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance Charter School At Cypress's ranking?
Renaissance Charter School At Cypress is ranked #2181 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Renaissance Charter School At Cypress often compared to?
Renaissance Charter School At Cypressis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance Charter School At West Palm Beach, Renaissance Charter School At Central Palm by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Renaissance Charter School At Cypress?
817 students attend Renaissance Charter School At Cypress.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Renaissance Charter School At Cypress students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renaissance Charter School At Cypress?
Renaissance Charter School At Cypress has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Renaissance Charter School At Cypress offer ?
Renaissance Charter School At Cypress offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Renaissance Charter School At Cypress part of?
Renaissance Charter School At Cypress is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Renaissance Charter School At Cypress located?
Renaissance Charter School At Cypress is located in the Water Catchment Area neighborhood of West Palm Beach, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Water Catchment Area.
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