Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Kipp Soul 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 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Soul Academy's student population of 285 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Soul Academy 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 Kipp Soul Academy is 0.04, 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
#1897 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
98%
36%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Soul Academy's ranking?
Kipp Soul Academy is ranked #1897 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Soul Academy?
285 students attend Kipp Soul Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kipp Soul Academy students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Soul Academy?
Kipp Soul Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Soul Academy offer ?
Kipp Soul Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Soul Academy part of?
Kipp Soul Academy is part of Atlanta School District.
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