Serving 203 students in grades 6-8, Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building's student population of 203 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#610 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
15%
35%
Black
18%
14%
White
53%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building's ranking?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building is ranked #610 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building often compared to?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Buildingis often viewed alongside schools like Buzz Aldrin Middle School, Glenfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building?
203 students attend Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building offer ?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building part of?
Renaissance Middle School At The Rand Building is part of Montclair Public School District.
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