Serving 494 students in grades 9-12, Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Martha Ellen Stilwell School for the Performing Arts serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Jonesboro, GA, encompassing approximately 144.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts's student population of 494 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts is 0.37, 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
#230 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
78%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
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 Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts's ranking?
Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts is ranked #230 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts often compared to?
Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Elite Scholars Academy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts?
The graduation rate of Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts?
494 students attend Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts?
Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts offer ?
Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts part of?
Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts is part of Clayton County School District.
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