Serving 5,228 students in grades 5-12, Georgia Connections Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 5,228 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 59% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgia Connections Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Georgia Connections Academy's student population of 5,228 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
5,228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
Yes
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Georgia Connections Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgia Connections Academy is 0.67, 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
#442 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
38:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
38%
36%
White
42%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgia Connections Academy's ranking?
Georgia Connections Academy is ranked #442 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Georgia Connections Academy often compared to?
Georgia Connections Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Georgia Cyber Academy, Gwinnett Online Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Georgia Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Georgia Connections Academy is 59%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Georgia Connections Academy?
5,228 students attend Georgia Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Georgia Connections Academy students are White, 38% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Georgia Connections Academy?
Georgia Connections Academy has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgia Connections Academy offer ?
Georgia Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Georgia Connections Academy part of?
Georgia Connections Academy is part of State Charter Schools- Georgia Connections Academy School District.
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