Renaissance High School

Renaissance High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
6565 Outer Dr W,  Detroit, MI
Winship Neighborhood
Detroit Public Schools Community School District
3.6
3.9
1,093 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal Verynda Stroughter
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
23%
Reading Proficiency
65%
Average GPA
3.3
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.3
Reading Proficiency
65%
Math Proficiency
23%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
58
Full Time Teachers
58
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
530
Verbal
550
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
22
Reading
23
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
16.9%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

9
Equity
10
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
393:1

Student Diversity

Female
59.3%
Male
40.7%
Black
96.1%
Two or more races
2.2%
Hispanic
1.3%
White
<1%
Native American
<1%
Hawaiian
<1%

School Rankings

#28 Best Magnet HS in Michigan
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Michigan State University 1,382 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 1,038 Students
Wayne State University 989 Students
Central Michigan University 620 Students
Eastern Michigan University 577 Students
Oakland University 494 Students
Western Michigan University 461 Students
Saginaw Valley State University 458 Students
Grand Valley State University 453 Students
Howard University 406 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 277 Students
Psychology 255 Students
Nursing 228 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 202 Students
Biology 165 Students
Computer Science 163 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 103 Students
Mechanical Engineering 97 Students
Engineering 96 Students
Pre-Law Studies 89 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 934 Reviews
5.0 Senior
11/7/2025
Overall, my Renaissance experience has been amazing. It feels great to call myself a phoenix as I can recieve all of the help I want and being given constant encouragement.
4.0 Junior
9/19/2025
I planned on attending Renaissance right after graduating middle school, but I waited too long to apply. As a result, I was forced to find another school during my freshman year. However, ever since I transferred I've been welcomed by the staff, students, and coaches for any athletic programs I joined. Renaissance has a culture of winning in sports, outside of football; and outscoring every other school in the district.
4.0 Senior
5/2/2025
The best part about my experience at Renaissance High School is the community and the college preparation, and the worst part about Renaissance is the quality of our facilities. To change this, I think that some of the academic and sports spaces can be renovated, and the cleaning staff can get upgraded tools to clean the school more thoroughly.
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GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 25 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/10/2023
As a single father of 2 daughters attending Renaissance High School, my daughters future is bright. Renaissance academic core prep my daughters for college, which became realized the first day at Renaissance High School. 7 yrs of volunteer and I'm proud to be always a phoenix. I have 2020, and 2023...
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5.0 student
12/16/2020
As a freshman at Renaissance High School during the corona virus pandemic, only doing virtual classes it’s going well. At first things were really stressful and the work load was excessive. Then they noticed the complaints and took action to change. They now have adapted a new schedule that is easie...
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2.0 teacher
10/20/2018
My experience as a teacher was basically negative. During the year I stayed there I was expected to be just a classroom manager an grader, not a teacher who really cared for the development of his students. My best wishes to those colleagues and students who really wanted to teach and learn, not jus...
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4.0 other
10/22/2015
My daughter is currently a senior at the school. The curriculum is rigorous and the teachers have high expectations of the students. I believe that my daughter is getting a good education there. I'm disappointed that the school's rating has fallen. I believe this is a result of the schools finances...
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Renaissance High School

Renaissance High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Detroit, MI and is served by the Detroit Public Schools Community School District in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,093 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 23% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 65% are proficient in reading. Renaissance High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.3, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1080 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $131,383. Discover additional schools in the area, like Jerry L White Center High School, The School at Marygrove, Mumford High School, and more. Learn more about what Detroit has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Renaissance High School.

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