Serving 12 students in grades 7-12, Dooly County Prep Academy 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 37%). 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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dooly County Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Dooly County Prep Academy's student population of 12 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dooly County Prep Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dooly County Prep Academy 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#498 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
17%
18%
Black
75%
36%
White
8%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dooly County Prep Academy's ranking?
Dooly County Prep Academy is ranked #498 out of 2,204 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 37% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dooly County Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Dooly County Prep Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dooly County Prep Academy?
12 students attend Dooly County Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dooly County Prep Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are White.
What grades does Dooly County Prep Academy offer ?
Dooly County Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Dooly County Prep Academy part of?
Dooly County Prep Academy is part of Dooly County School District.
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