RENAISSANCE SECONDARY SCHOOL
RENAISSANCE SECONDARY SCHOOL is a public charter high school that is part of the Douglas County School District No. Re 1 school district, located in CASTLE ROCK, CO with about 355 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 16 teachers, RENAISSANCE SECONDARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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 SECONDARY SCHOOL, located in Castle Rock, Colorado, is a public charter school that serves students in grades 6–12. Operating under the Douglas County School District, the school is known for its commitment to a "project-based learning" (PBL) philosophy. This approach moves away from traditional lecture-style instruction, instead encouraging students to engage in hands-on, real-world projects that integrate multiple subjects and foster critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
The school places a strong emphasis on personalized learning and character development, aiming to prepare students not just for college, but for the complexities of the modern workforce. By focusing on a "human-centered" educational model, Renaissance Secondary seeks to create a close-knit community where students are empowered to take ownership of their academic journey. The school’s curriculum is designed to be flexible and responsive, allowing students to pursue their passions while meeting rigorous academic standards within a supportive and innovative environment.
For more information, contact RENAISSANCE SECONDARY SCHOOL at (303) 387-0505 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
CASTLE ROCK, CO 80104
(303) 387-0505
RENAISSANCE SECONDARY SCHOOL is a public Charter school in CASTLE ROCK, CO with about 355 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado
School Details
- School status:
- New
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Douglas County School District No. Re 1 - District:
- Douglas County School District No. Re 1
- Total Students:
- 355
- Teachers:
- 16.18
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 355 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending RENAISSANCE SECONDARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.
- White
- 78.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.3%
- Two or more races
- 6.2%
- Asian
- 2.8%
- Black or African American
- 0.8%
- Female
- 38.3%
- Male
- 61.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.