Serving 21 students in grades 7-11, Second Chance 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 <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-11
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Second Chance ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Second Chance's student population of 21 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Second Chance ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Second Chance is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
48%
36%
White
33%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
94%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Second Chance's ranking?
Second Chance is ranked #357 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Second Chance?
The graduation rate of Second Chance is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Second Chance?
21 students attend Second Chance.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Second Chance students are Black, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Second Chance?
Second Chance has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Second Chance offer ?
Second Chance offers enrollment in grades 7-11
What school district is Second Chance part of?
Second Chance is part of Evans County School District.
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