Serving 29 students in grades 5-11, Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-11
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta's student population of 29 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-11
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta is 0.59, 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
#357 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
38%
36%
White
52%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta's ranking?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta is ranked #357 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta often compared to?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augustais often viewed alongside schools like Walker Traditional Elementary School, Davidson Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta?
The graduation rate of Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 85%.
How many students attend Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta?
29 students attend Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta students are White, 38% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta offer ?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta offers enrollment in grades 5-11
What school district is Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta part of?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta is part of Richmond County School District.
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