Serving 25 students in grades 3-12, Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta 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%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta's student population of 25 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta 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 Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta is 0.65, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
52%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta's ranking?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta is ranked #498 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta often compared to?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augustais often viewed alongside schools like Walker Traditional Elementary School, Davidson Magnet School by visitors of our site.
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 Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta?
The graduation rate of Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 85%.
How many students attend Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta?
25 students attend Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta students are White, 24% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta offer ?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta part of?
Lighthouse Care Center Of Augusta is part of Richmond County School District.
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