Renaissance serves 17 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the California state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renaissance ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Renaissance's student population of 17 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Renaissance is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% CA state average).
How many students attend Renaissance?
17 students attend Renaissance.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Renaissance students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renaissance?
Renaissance has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Renaissance offer ?
Renaissance offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Renaissance part of?
Renaissance is part of Brawley Union High School District.
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