Serving 515 students in grades 6-8, Rothschild Leadership Academy School 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 5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rothschild Leadership Academy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rothschild Leadership Academy School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rothschild Leadership Academy School 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 Rothschild Leadership Academy School is 0.26, 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
#2114 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
86%
36%
White
3%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rothschild Leadership Academy School's ranking?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School is ranked #2114 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rothschild Leadership Academy School often compared to?
Rothschild Leadership Academy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackmon Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rothschild Leadership Academy School?
515 students attend Rothschild Leadership Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rothschild Leadership Academy School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rothschild Leadership Academy School?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rothschild Leadership Academy School offer ?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rothschild Leadership Academy School part of?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School is part of Muscogee County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rothschild Leadership Academy School located?
Rothschild Leadership Academy School is located in the East Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, GA. There are 10 other public schools located in East Columbus.
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