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.
1,197
Total Students
59.7
Full-Time Teachers
20.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
64.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Renaissance High School
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic10
Black1,156
Two or More25
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    1,156 (96.6%)
  • Two or More
    25 (2.1%)
  • Hispanic
    10 (0.8%)
  • White
    4 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
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: 1,197
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 59.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 725
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 46
Grades Taught
Grade 9 383
Grade 10 297
Grade 11 308
Grade 12 209

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Renaissance High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9383
Grade 10297
Grade 11308
Grade 12209
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Renaissance High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female76463.8%
Male43336.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)