Serving 40 students in grades 9-12, Az Kelsey Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Az Kelsey Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Az Kelsey Academy's student population of 40 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Az Kelsey Academy is 0.39, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
77%
36%
White
5%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Az Kelsey Academy?
The graduation rate of Az Kelsey Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Az Kelsey Academy?
40 students attend Az Kelsey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Az Kelsey Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Az Kelsey Academy?
Az Kelsey Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Az Kelsey Academy offer ?
Az Kelsey Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Az Kelsey Academy part of?
Az Kelsey Academy is part of Griffin-Spalding County School District.
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