Serving 1,214 students in grades 6-8, Renner Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Renner Middle School's student population of 1,214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Renner Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renner Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1714 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
28%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renner Middle School's ranking?
Renner Middle School is ranked #1714 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Renner Middle School?
1,214 students attend Renner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Renner Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renner Middle School?
Renner Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Renner Middle School offer ?
Renner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Renner Middle School part of?
Renner Middle School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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