Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Furlow Charter School 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 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Furlow Charter School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Furlow Charter School 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 Furlow Charter School is 0.65, 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
#1430 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
20%
36%
White
54%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
63%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Furlow Charter School's ranking?
Furlow Charter School is ranked #1430 out of 2,192 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Furlow Charter School?
The graduation rate of Furlow Charter School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Furlow Charter School?
585 students attend Furlow Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Furlow Charter School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Furlow Charter School?
Furlow Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Furlow Charter School offer ?
Furlow Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Furlow Charter School part of?
Furlow Charter School is part of State Specialty Schools II- Furlow Charter.
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