Renaissance High School
1,146 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic | 7 |
| Black | 1,122 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black1,122 (97.9 %)
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Two or More10 (0.9 %)
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Hispanic7 (0.6 %)
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White3 (0.3 %)
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Asian2 (0.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 441 |
| Grade 10 | 229 |
| Grade 11 | 223 |
| Grade 12 | 253 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 742 | 64.7% |
| Male | 404 | 35.3% |
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