Serving 389 students in grades 9-12, Mcintosh Academy ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: McIntosh Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Darien, GA, covering approximately 573.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcintosh Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mcintosh Academy's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1875
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcintosh Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcintosh Academy is 0.60, 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
#857 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
8%
5%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcintosh Academy's ranking?
Mcintosh Academy is ranked #857 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mcintosh Academy often compared to?
Mcintosh Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Long County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcintosh Academy?
The graduation rate of Mcintosh Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Mcintosh Academy?
389 students attend Mcintosh Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mcintosh Academy students are White, 38% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcintosh Academy?
Mcintosh Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcintosh Academy offer ?
Mcintosh Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcintosh Academy part of?
Mcintosh Academy is part of Mcintosh County School District.
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