RENAISSANCE HOME FOR YOUTH

Renaissance Home for Youth is a Title I public school that is part of the Special School District school district, located in Alexandria, LA with about 29 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 2 teachers, Renaissance Home for Youth has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

The **Renaissance Home for Youth**, located in Alexandria, Louisiana, is a specialized residential facility dedicated to providing intervention, structure, and support for at-risk youth. The organization focuses on serving adolescents who have been referred through the juvenile justice system or social services. Their primary mission is to provide a therapeutic environment that promotes positive behavioral changes, personal accountability, and the development of essential life skills necessary for successful reintegration into the community.

The facility operates as a comprehensive program that combines residential care with educational support and counseling services. By offering a structured daily routine, the Renaissance Home aims to address the underlying factors contributing to juvenile delinquency. Through a blend of supervision, mentorship, and rehabilitative programming, the school and residential center works to empower youth to overcome past challenges, improve their academic standing, and foster the emotional maturity required to lead productive, law-abiding lives.

For more information, contact Renaissance Home for Youth at (318) 448-8592 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.