Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lonnie Jackson 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lonnie Jackson Academy serves the southern part of its school district in Columbus, GA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lonnie Jackson Academy's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lonnie Jackson 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 Lonnie Jackson Academy is 0.32, 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
#1958 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
82%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lonnie Jackson Academy's ranking?
Lonnie Jackson Academy is ranked #1958 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lonnie Jackson Academy?
395 students attend Lonnie Jackson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lonnie Jackson Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lonnie Jackson Academy?
Lonnie Jackson Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lonnie Jackson Academy offer ?
Lonnie Jackson Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lonnie Jackson Academy part of?
Lonnie Jackson Academy is part of Muscogee County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lonnie Jackson Academy located?
Lonnie Jackson Academy is located in the East Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, GA. There are 10 other public schools located in East Columbus.
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