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Renaissance Public School Academy

Charter | K-8 | 325 students

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4 stars

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2013:
Based on 2 ratings
2012:
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2011:
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2010:
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Posted May 6, 2013

This school is by far the best school we've attended. We tried the local school district and that was horrible. Teachers that didn't care were very old and set in there ways and refused to learn new technology. Renaissance has younger teachers, very good teaching methods, they are up to date on new technology, and willing to work with students both advanced and needing additional attention. The GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10 makes me sad. Other schools that we've even attended got 8 out of 10 and were HORRIBLE schools. I recommend going by the Community Rating over the GreatSchools Rating.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 10, 2013

I have had the opportunity to visit Renaissance on several occasions. I have found the students engaged and smiling, the staff welcoming and the administration most accommodating. It's a pleasant,atmosphere. What struck me was the parents who stopped and and who were so "at home" and welcome there.


Posted October 14, 2012

Having never lived in Michigan and not knowing many people here, we were not sure where to send our kids. After touring Renaissance as well as the public schools our regular feeder pattern would send us to, we chose Renaissance. The class sizes are smaller, the teachers are much more interested in your child as an individual and there is an overall calmness as you walk through the halls. We have been very pleased.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 22, 2009

Great school, my oldest daughter recieves special education, and the school has been great at comming up with accomodations, and providing her with the correct level of work :) My youngest daughter is very advanced in many subjects, and the school is very accomodating of working with her on her level, integrating her into higher classes, and she loves it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 17, 2009

Great teachers who adapt to childrens learning styles rather than force their will
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2009

Smaller class sizes, smaller school, more interaction with teachers and other staff.....grandsons love it.


Posted December 4, 2007

I think that this school is great! My daughter loves it there and The principal, staff and all of the teachers are very nice. At renaissance it shows that they are very committed to getting the kids everything that they need to achieve their goals and I am very happy to have found this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 3, 2007

I think this is an awsomne school! My daughter went there and she got good grades and all was well. The teachers are nice and always on their top role to get the kids a good and fun education. I would recommened to any parent to send their kids here. They have diverse kids which makes it a fair, and equal cultural experience. I would give this school a 10!
—Submitted by Michelle, a parent


Posted August 23, 2007

Great school, they really take the extra step to work with the children on an individual basis!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 41% in 2013.

47 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
43%

2012

 
 
21%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
100%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

47 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
62%

2012

 
 
56%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2013.

34 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
53%

2012

 
 
23%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

33 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
64%

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
78%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 47% in 2013.

33 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
51%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 46% in 2013.

30 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
33%

2012

 
 
37%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
76%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 70% in 2013.

29 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
79%

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
87%
Science

The state average for Science was 13% in 2013.

30 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
7%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
79%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 40% in 2013.

33 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
24%

2012

 
 
35%

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

33 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
67%

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
73%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 30% in 2013.

33 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
27%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
61%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 38% in 2013.

33 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
39%

2012

 
 
24%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2013.

31 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
77%

2012

 
 
48%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
88%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2013.

31 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
31%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 33% in 2013.

19 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
26%

2012

 
 
13%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
62%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

19 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
79%

2012

 
 
44%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
91%
Science

The state average for Science was 16% in 2013.

22 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
18%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
62%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 75% 71%
American Indian/Alaska Native 9% 1%
Black 9% 20%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 3%
Hispanic 4% 5%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 53%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mrs. Holly Adcox
Fax number
  • (989) 772-4503

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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  • Special education
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2797 South Isabella Rd
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone: (989) 773-9889

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