Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fair Street International 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 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fair Street International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fair Street International Academy's student population of 509 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fair Street International Academy 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 Fair Street International 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1678 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
76%
18%
Black
19%
36%
White
2%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fair Street International Academy's ranking?
Fair Street International Academy is ranked #1678 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fair Street International Academy often compared to?
Fair Street International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like New Holland Knowledge Academy, Gainesville Exploration Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Fair Street International Academy?
509 students attend Fair Street International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Fair Street International Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fair Street International Academy?
Fair Street International Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fair Street International Academy offer ?
Fair Street International Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fair Street International Academy part of?
Fair Street International Academy is part of Gainesville City School District.
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