Hurricane Transition Academy serves 47 students in grades 8-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 47:1 is higher 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 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 47:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hurricane Transition Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hurricane Transition Academy's student population of 47 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hurricane Transition Academy is 0.61, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
47:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
53%
36%
White
32%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
89%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Hurricane Transition Academy?
The graduation rate of Hurricane Transition Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hurricane Transition Academy?
47 students attend Hurricane Transition Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hurricane Transition Academy students are Black, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hurricane Transition Academy?
Hurricane Transition Academy has a student ration of 47:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hurricane Transition Academy offer ?
Hurricane Transition Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Hurricane Transition Academy part of?
Hurricane Transition Academy is part of Ben Hill County School District.
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