Serving 155 students in grades 9-12, Renaissance School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renaissance School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Renaissance School's student population of 155 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Renaissance School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#306 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
39:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance School's ranking?
Renaissance School is ranked #306 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Renaissance School often compared to?
Renaissance Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tesla Engineering Charter School, East High School, Valley New School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Renaissance School?
The graduation rate of Renaissance School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Renaissance School?
155 students attend Renaissance School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Renaissance School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renaissance School?
Renaissance School has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Renaissance School offer ?
Renaissance School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Renaissance School part of?
Renaissance School is part of Appleton Area School District.
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