Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Renaissance Elementary 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renaissance Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Renaissance Elementary School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Renaissance Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1544 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
92%
36%
White
1%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance Elementary School's ranking?
Renaissance Elementary School is ranked #1544 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Renaissance Elementary School often compared to?
Renaissance Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E. C. West Elementary School, Wolf Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Renaissance Elementary School?
601 students attend Renaissance Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Renaissance Elementary School students are Black, 5% 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 Elementary School?
Renaissance Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Renaissance Elementary School offer ?
Renaissance Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Renaissance Elementary School part of?
Renaissance Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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