Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Holland Knowledge Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Holland Knowledge Academy's student population of 548 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Holland Knowledge 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 New Holland Knowledge Academy is 0.55, 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
#1354 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
61%
18%
Black
27%
36%
White
8%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Holland Knowledge Academy's ranking?
New Holland Knowledge Academy is ranked #1354 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are New Holland Knowledge Academy often compared to?
New Holland Knowledge Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Enota Multiple Intelligences Academy, Centennial Arts Academy, Fair Street International Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend New Holland Knowledge Academy?
548 students attend New Holland Knowledge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of New Holland Knowledge Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Holland Knowledge Academy?
New Holland Knowledge Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Holland Knowledge Academy offer ?
New Holland Knowledge Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is New Holland Knowledge Academy part of?
New Holland Knowledge Academy is part of Gainesville City School District.
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