Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brookhaven Innovation Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookhaven Innovation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Brookhaven Innovation Academy's student population of 501 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brookhaven Innovation Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookhaven Innovation Academy is 0.72, which is more 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
#785 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
27%
18%
Black
42%
36%
White
17%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Basketball, Soccer
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Anime Club, Band, Chess Club, Dance Club, Girls on the Run, Glee Club, Mathematics Club, Young Gardeners, Young Journalists, Young Litigators
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Biddy Basketball
Anime Club, Band, Chess Club, Dance Club, Girls on the Run, Glee Club, Mathematics Club, Young Gardeners, Young Journalists, Young Litigators
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Biddy Basketball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Brookhaven Innovation Academy, aka BIA Charter School, is a State commissioned K-8th grades charter school located in Norcross, GA. Our school was founded in 2016 with a mission to provide students with an education that maximizes the realization of their individual talents and prepares them for success in a technology and information driven 21st Century economy. What makes us special is an educatoinal experience that includes project-based learning, computer coding and personalized learning. Also, we have a very diverse student body, and because we are a school of choice, everyone WANTS to be here! Our vision is to become THE school of choice in Georgia!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookhaven Innovation Academy's ranking?
Brookhaven Innovation Academy is ranked #785 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Brookhaven Innovation Academy often compared to?
Brookhaven Innovation Academyis often viewed alongside schools like International Charter Of Georgia, North Metro Academy Of Performing Arts, New Life Academy Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Brookhaven Innovation Academy?
501 students attend Brookhaven Innovation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Brookhaven Innovation Academy students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookhaven Innovation Academy?
Brookhaven Innovation Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brookhaven Innovation Academy offer ?
Brookhaven Innovation Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Brookhaven Innovation Academy part of?
Brookhaven Innovation Academy is part of State Charter Schools II- Brookhaven Innovation Academy School District.
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