Serving 960 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 14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renaissance Middle School's student population of 960 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
960 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Renaissance Middle 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 Middle School is 0.23, 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
#1685 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
87%
36%
White
1%
35%
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
69%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance Middle School's ranking?
Renaissance Middle School is ranked #1685 out of 2,204 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
960 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
What school district is Renaissance Middle School part of?
Renaissance Middle School is part of Fulton County School District.
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