Serving 18 students in grades 10-12, Az Kelsey Academy ranks in the bottom 50% 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Az Kelsey Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Az Kelsey Academy's student population of 18 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Az Kelsey Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Az Kelsey Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1199 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
28%
18%
Black
67%
36%
White
n/a
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Az Kelsey Academy's ranking?
Az Kelsey Academy is ranked #1199 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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 37% GA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Az Kelsey Academy?
The graduation rate of Az Kelsey Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Az Kelsey Academy?
18 students attend Az Kelsey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Az Kelsey Academy students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Az Kelsey Academy?
Az Kelsey Academy has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Az Kelsey Academy offer ?
Az Kelsey Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Az Kelsey Academy part of?
Az Kelsey Academy is part of Griffin-Spalding County School District.
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