Serving 913 students in grades 9-12, Savannah Arts Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Savannah Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Savannah Arts Academy's student population of 913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Savannah Arts Academy 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 Savannah Arts Academy is 0.58, 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
#270 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
14%
36%
White
62%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savannah Arts Academy's ranking?
Savannah Arts Academy is ranked #270 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Savannah Arts Academy?
The graduation rate of Savannah Arts Academy is 99%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Savannah Arts Academy?
913 students attend Savannah Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Savannah Arts Academy students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Savannah Arts Academy?
Savannah Arts Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Savannah Arts Academy offer ?
Savannah Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Savannah Arts Academy part of?
Savannah Arts Academy is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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