Risley Early College Academy serves 186 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 85-89% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥95% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 93%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
186 students
Showing 2004–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2004–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)85-89%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥95%
93%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2004–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
85%
36%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
34%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2004–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
63%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% GA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 93% GA state average).
How many students attend Risley Early College Academy?
186 students attend Risley Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Risley Early College Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Risley Early College Academy?
Risley Early College Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Risley Early College Academy offer ?
Risley Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Risley Early College Academy part of?
Risley Early College Academy is part of Glynn County School District.
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