Serving 247 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 37%). 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 Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
B.e.s.t Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
B.e.s.t Academy's student population of 247 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
B.e.s.t Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 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 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1815 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
93%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
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 #1815 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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 80%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend B.e.s.t Academy?
247 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, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% 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
What school district is B.e.s.t Academy part of?
B.e.s.t Academy is part of Atlanta Public Schools 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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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