Serving 28 students in grades 9-12, Az Kelsey Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Az Kelsey Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Az Kelsey Academy's student population of 28 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Az Kelsey Academy is 0.59, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
57%
36%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
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
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Az Kelsey Academy?
The graduation rate of Az Kelsey Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Az Kelsey Academy?
28 students attend Az Kelsey Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Az Kelsey Academy students are Black, 25% of students are White, and 18% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Az Kelsey Academy?
Az Kelsey Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Az Kelsey Academy offer ?
Az Kelsey Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Az Kelsey Academy part of?
Az Kelsey Academy is part of Griffin-Spalding County School District.
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