Cadwell Rydc serves 19 students in grades 6-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cadwell Rydc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Cadwell Rydc's student population of 19 students has grown by 280% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
19 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Cadwell Rydc is 0.41, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
74%
36%

White
21%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cadwell Rydc?
19 students attend Cadwell Rydc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cadwell Rydc students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cadwell Rydc?
Cadwell Rydc has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cadwell Rydc offer ?
Cadwell Rydc offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Cadwell Rydc part of?
Cadwell Rydc is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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