RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS

Renaissance High School for the Arts is a public high school that is part of the Long Beach Unified school district, located in Long Beach, CA with about 406 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 17 teachers, Renaissance High School for the Arts has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Renaissance High School for the Arts (RHSA), located in Long Beach, California, is a specialized public magnet school that integrates rigorous academic preparation with intensive conservatory-style training in the visual and performing arts. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is designed for those who wish to pursue their passion for the arts—including dance, theater, music, and visual arts—while simultaneously meeting the "A-G" requirements necessary for admission to the University of California and California State University systems. By blending professional artistic instruction with a college-preparatory curriculum, the school aims to cultivate both creative talent and academic excellence.

Beyond its artistic programming, Renaissance High School is known for its focused, smaller school environment that fosters a strong sense of community and collaboration. Students are expected to balance demanding performance schedules and studio work with their general education courses, encouraging the development of time management, discipline, and critical thinking skills. The school’s mission emphasizes preparing students not only for higher education but also for professional pathways within the creative industries, leveraging its location in Long Beach to provide students with exposure to a vibrant cultural and artistic community.

For more information, contact Renaissance High School for the Arts at (562) 901-0168 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.