Serving 256 students in grades 6-8, Latin Academy 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 was 19% (which was lower than the Georgia state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 32% (which was lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
15%
Black
(15-16)100%
37%
White
(15-16)n/a
41%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Latin Academy Charter School?
256 students attend Latin Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Latin Academy Charter School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Latin Academy Charter School?
Latin Academy Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Latin Academy Charter School offer ?
Latin Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Latin Academy Charter School part of?
Latin Academy Charter School is part of Atlanta Public Schools School District.
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