Serving 624 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Scintilla Charter Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scintilla Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Scintilla Charter Academy's student population of 624 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scintilla Charter Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scintilla Charter Academy is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#193 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
29%
36%
White
56%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scintilla Charter Academy's ranking?
Scintilla Charter Academy is ranked #193 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Scintilla Charter Academy often compared to?
Scintilla Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like S.l. Mason Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Scintilla Charter Academy?
624 students attend Scintilla Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Scintilla Charter Academy students are White, 29% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scintilla Charter Academy?
Scintilla Charter Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Scintilla Charter Academy offer ?
Scintilla Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Scintilla Charter Academy part of?
Scintilla Charter Academy is part of State Charter Schools- Scintilla Charter Academy School District.
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