Serving 1,817 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 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Academy For Classical Education's student population of 1,817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy For Classical Education ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy For Classical Education is 0.51, 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
#137 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
16%
36%
White
68%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
13%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy For Classical Education's ranking?
Academy For Classical Education is ranked #137 out of 2,168 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
1,817 students attend Academy For Classical Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Academy For Classical Education students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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
What school district is Academy For Classical Education part of?
Academy For Classical Education is part of State Charter Schools II- Academy For Classical Education School District.
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