Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Furlow Charter School 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 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Furlow Charter School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Furlow Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Furlow Charter School is 0.61, 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
#1468 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
17%
36%
White
58%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
65%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Furlow Charter School's ranking?
Furlow Charter School is ranked #1468 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Furlow Charter School?
The graduation rate of Furlow Charter School is 80%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Furlow Charter School?
574 students attend Furlow Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Furlow Charter School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Furlow Charter School?
Furlow Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Furlow Charter School offer ?
Furlow Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Furlow Charter School part of?
Furlow Charter School is part of State Charter Schools II- Furlow Charter School District.
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