Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, Rothschild Leadership Academy 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 is 4% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rothschild Leadership Academy serves the southern part of Columbus, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rothschild Leadership Academy School's student population of 498 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rothschild Leadership Academy School 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 Rothschild Leadership Academy School is 0.27, 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
#2128 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
85%
36%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rothschild Leadership Academy School's ranking?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School is ranked #2128 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rothschild Leadership Academy School often compared to?
Rothschild Leadership Academy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackmon Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rothschild Leadership Academy School?
498 students attend Rothschild Leadership Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rothschild Leadership Academy School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rothschild Leadership Academy School?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rothschild Leadership Academy School offer ?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rothschild Leadership Academy School part of?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School is part of Muscogee County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rothschild Leadership Academy School located?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School is located in the East Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, GA. There are 10 other public schools located in East Columbus.
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