Amana Academy West Atlanta serves 206 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amana Academy West Atlanta's student population of 206 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
The diversity score of Amana Academy West Atlanta is 0.42, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
75%
36%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Amana Academy West Atlanta?
206 students attend Amana Academy West Atlanta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Amana Academy West Atlanta students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amana Academy West Atlanta?
Amana Academy West Atlanta has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amana Academy West Atlanta offer ?
Amana Academy West Atlanta offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Amana Academy West Atlanta part of?
Amana Academy West Atlanta is part of State Specialty Schools II- Amana Academy West Atlanta School District.
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