Renaissance Secondary School

Renaissance Secondary School is a public charter serving grades 6 through 12 in Castle Rock, Colorado. With 406 students and a student-teacher ratio of 16.9:1, the school offers a smaller, more personalized learning environment than many larger high schools. The school earns a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6/10 and ranks in the top 15 percent of Colorado schools (#270 out of 1,831 statewide).

Its academic score of 8.2/10 reflects solid overall performance. In English language arts and reading, 58 percent of students score at proficient levels or above. Mathematics shows an area with room for growth, with 36 percent of students meeting proficiency benchmarks across grade levels.

Renaissance Secondary is staffed by 24 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting its middle and high school population. As a charter school, it operates with a distinct educational model while remaining part of Colorado's public school system. The school is situated in a small suburban setting within Douglas County, offering families in the Castle Rock area an alternative to traditional public schools while maintaining accessibility to the broader community.

Renaissance Secondary School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.