Serving 315 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Soul 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 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Soul Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Soul Academy's student population of 315 students has grown by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Soul 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 Kipp Soul Academy is 0.04, 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
#1847 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
18%
Black
98%
36%
White
n/a
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
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Soul Academy's ranking?
Kipp Soul Academy is ranked #1847 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Soul Academy?
315 students attend Kipp Soul Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kipp Soul Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Soul Academy?
Kipp Soul Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Soul Academy offer ?
Kipp Soul Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Soul Academy part of?
Kipp Soul Academy is part of Atlanta School District.
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