Renaissance Academy Tucson is a nonsectarian special education school serving 31 students in grades 3 through 12 in a large city setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, supported by 5 full–time teachers.
About 55% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity in the Tucson community.
Located in Tucson, AZ, Renaissance Academy offers specialized programs within an urban environment for middle and high school grades.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
55%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Renaissance Academy Tucson?
The application deadline for Renaissance Academy Tucson is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Renaissance Academy Tucson is Tucson Baptist Academy (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Faith Lutheran School (1.6 miles away)
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(Baptist)
1525 S Columbus Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 748-2277
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 748-2277
0.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 180 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3925 E 5th Street
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 881-0670
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 881-0670
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 70 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
San Miguel High School
(Catholic)
6601 San Fernando Ave
Tucson, AZ 85756
(520) 294-6403
Tucson, AZ 85756
(520) 294-6403
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 355 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
225 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 325-0390
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 325-0390
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK
St. Ambrose School
(Catholic)
300 S Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 882-8678
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 882-8678
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students Avg. class size: 20 students
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