Serving 268 students in grades 6-12, B.e.s.t 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The B.E.S.T Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Atlanta, GA, encompassing approximately 134.4 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 12.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
B.e.s.t Academy's student population of 268 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
B.e.s.t Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of B.e.s.t Academy is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1852 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B.e.s.t Academy's ranking?
B.e.s.t Academy is ranked #1852 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are B.e.s.t Academy often compared to?
B.e.s.t Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of B.e.s.t Academy?
The graduation rate of B.e.s.t Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend B.e.s.t Academy?
268 students attend B.e.s.t Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of B.e.s.t Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B.e.s.t Academy?
B.e.s.t Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does B.e.s.t Academy offer ?
B.e.s.t Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is B.e.s.t Academy part of?
B.e.s.t Academy is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is B.e.s.t Academy located?
B.e.s.t Academy is located in the Monroe Heights neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Monroe Heights.
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