Serving 1,447 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Renaissance Charter School At University ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renaissance Charter School At University's student population of 1,447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Rankings
Renaissance Charter School At University ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance Charter School At University is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1205 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
58%
21%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance Charter School At University's ranking?
Renaissance Charter School At University is ranked #1205 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Renaissance Charter School At University?
1,447 students attend Renaissance Charter School At University.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Renaissance Charter School At University students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renaissance Charter School At University?
Renaissance Charter School At University has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Renaissance Charter School At University offer ?
Renaissance Charter School At University offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Renaissance Charter School At University part of?
Renaissance Charter School At University is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 2/13/2016
Great staff, not so great administration. Classroom teacher/student ratio is higher than stated because they include all with teaching certificates even if they do not have a classroom. Kinder has 20+ per classroom and the upper grades have more than 24. Teacher turnover is huge because of the way teachers are treated.
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