Serving 47 students in grades 9-12, Az Kelsey Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: AZ Kelsey Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Griffin, GA, covering approximately 199.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge being 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Az Kelsey Academy's student population of 47 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Az Kelsey Academy is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
34%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
6%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Az Kelsey Academy?
The graduation rate of Az Kelsey Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Az Kelsey Academy?
47 students attend Az Kelsey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Az Kelsey Academy students are Black, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Az Kelsey Academy?
Az Kelsey Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Az Kelsey Academy offer ?
Az Kelsey Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Az Kelsey Academy part of?
Az Kelsey Academy is part of Griffin-Spalding County School District.
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