Serving 18 students in grades 6-12, Telfair Alternative Preparation School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Telfair Alternative Preparation School's student population of 18 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Total Classroom Teachers (21-22)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Telfair Alternative Preparation School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telfair Alternative Preparation School is 0.50, 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
#508 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
67%
36%
White
6%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
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 Telfair Alternative Preparation School's ranking?
Telfair Alternative Preparation School is ranked #508 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 39% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Telfair Alternative Preparation School?
The graduation rate of Telfair Alternative Preparation School is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Telfair Alternative Preparation School?
18 students attend Telfair Alternative Preparation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Telfair Alternative Preparation School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Telfair Alternative Preparation School offer ?
Telfair Alternative Preparation School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telfair Alternative Preparation School part of?
Telfair Alternative Preparation School is part of Telfair County School District.
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