Challenge Charter Academy serves 105 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-39% (which was lower than the Georgia state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 80-89% (which was lower than the Georgia state average of 93%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 76% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)30-39%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)80-89%
93%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Black
64%
36%
White
24%
34%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)≤20%
74%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% GA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 93% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Challenge Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Challenge Charter Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 74%.
How many students attend Challenge Charter Academy?
105 students attend Challenge Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Challenge Charter Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Challenge Charter Academy?
Challenge Charter Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Challenge Charter Academy offer ?
Challenge Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Challenge Charter Academy part of?
Challenge Charter Academy is part of Newton County School District.
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