Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Northwest Classical Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northwest Classical Academy's student population of 640 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Classical Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Classical Academy is 0.60, 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
#395 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
20%
36%
White
59%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Classical Academy's ranking?
Northwest Classical Academy is ranked #395 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Northwest Classical Academy often compared to?
Northwest Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kennesaw Elementary School, Lewis Elementary School, Big Shanty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Northwest Classical Academy?
640 students attend Northwest Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Northwest Classical Academy students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Classical Academy?
Northwest Classical Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Classical Academy offer ?
Northwest Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Northwest Classical Academy part of?
Northwest Classical Academy is part of State Charter Schools II- Northwest Classical Academy School District.
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