Serving 576 students in grades 6-12, Johnson Magnet ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Johnson Magnet's student population of 576 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnson Magnet ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Magnet is 0.53, 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
#300 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
65%
36%
White
19%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Magnet's ranking?
Johnson Magnet is ranked #300 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Johnson Magnet often compared to?
Johnson Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Davidson Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnson Magnet?
The graduation rate of Johnson Magnet is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Johnson Magnet?
576 students attend Johnson Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Johnson Magnet students are Black, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Magnet?
Johnson Magnet has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson Magnet offer ?
Johnson Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Johnson Magnet part of?
Johnson Magnet is part of Richmond County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day/Early Release
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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