Serving 306 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls's student population of 306 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls 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 Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls is 0.22, 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
#920 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
88%
36%
White
2%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track, Volley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Led by award-winning educator, innovator and Harvard PhD, Dr. Gavin Samms, Genesis Innovation Academy is a state charter school in south Atlanta. Our innovative E Curriculum includes Engineering, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Expression and Ethics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls's ranking?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls is ranked #920 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls often compared to?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girlsis often viewed alongside schools like Wesley International Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls?
306 students attend Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls offer ?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls part of?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls is part of State Charter Schools II- Genesis Innovation Academy For Gi School District.
In what neighborhood is Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls located?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls is located in the Custer And McDonough And Guice neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Custer And McDonough And Guice.
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