Academy for Classical Education is a charter school in Macon, Georgia, that was originally part of the Bibb County School District. The school serves students in kindergarten to 12th grade.
Serving 1,808 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Academy For Classical Education ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy For Classical Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Academy For Classical Education's student population of 1,808 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Year Founded
2014
Colors
Green, Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
Academy For Classical Education ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy For Classical Education is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
16%
36%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gryphons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy For Classical Education's ranking?
Academy For Classical Education is ranked #110 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Academy For Classical Education often compared to?
Academy For Classical Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Springdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy For Classical Education?
The graduation rate of Academy For Classical Education is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Academy For Classical Education?
1,808 students attend Academy For Classical Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Academy For Classical Education students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy For Classical Education?
Academy For Classical Education has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Academy For Classical Education offer ?
Academy For Classical Education offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy For Classical Education part of?
Academy For Classical Education is part of State Specialty Schools II- Academy For Classical Education School District.
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