School Overview
Renaissance High School, located on West Outer Drive in Detroit, Michigan, is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious and academically rigorous public schools in the city. Operating as a selective-admissions institution within the Detroit Public Schools Community District, it serves students in grades 9 through 12. The school is well-known for its competitive college-preparatory curriculum, which emphasizes advanced placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and a commitment to academic excellence. Because of its high standards, the school frequently attracts top-performing students from across the district who are seeking a challenging environment to prepare for higher education.

Beyond its academic reputation, Renaissance High School is deeply invested in cultivating well-rounded individuals through a robust selection of extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts programs. The school fosters a strong sense of community pride and tradition, often referred to by students and alumni as the "Phoenix" spirit. With a focus on preparing students for global citizenship and long-term success, Renaissance maintains a disciplined culture that consistently produces high graduation rates and places its graduates into some of the nation’s most competitive universities.
1,146
Total Students
60.9
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Renaissance High School
Demographic Student Count
White3
Hispanic7
Black1,122
Asian2
Two or More10
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    1,122 (97.9 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (0.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    7 (0.6 %)
  • White
    3 (0.3 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Detroit Public Schools Community District
Phone: (313)416-4600
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,146
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 60.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 725
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 46
Grades Taught
Grade 9 441
Grade 10 229
Grade 11 223
Grade 12 253

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Renaissance High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9441
Grade 10229
Grade 11223
Grade 12253
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Renaissance High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female74264.7%
Male40435.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)