Serving 808 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centennial Arts Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial Arts Academy's student population of 808 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial Arts 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 Centennial Arts Academy is 0.57, 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
#1693 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
62%
18%
Black
15%
36%
White
15%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Arts Academy's ranking?
Centennial Arts Academy is ranked #1693 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Centennial Arts Academy often compared to?
Centennial Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Enota Multiple Intelligences Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Centennial Arts Academy?
808 students attend Centennial Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Centennial Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Arts Academy?
Centennial Arts Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centennial Arts Academy offer ?
Centennial Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Centennial Arts Academy part of?
Centennial Arts Academy is part of Gainesville City School District.
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