The Academy of Richmond County is a high school located in Augusta, Georgia, United States. Known previously as Richmond County Military Academy, it is commonly known as Richmond Academy or ARC.
Serving 1,175 students in grades 9-12, Academy Of Richmond County High 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 6% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Richmond County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Academy Of Richmond County High School's student population of 1,175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1783
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Academy Of Richmond County High 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 Academy Of Richmond County High School is 0.47, 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
#2080 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
71%
36%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
59%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Musketeer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Richmond County High School's ranking?
Academy Of Richmond County High School is ranked #2080 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Academy Of Richmond County High School often compared to?
Academy Of Richmond County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of Richmond County High School?
The graduation rate of Academy Of Richmond County High School is 83%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Academy Of Richmond County High School?
1,175 students attend Academy Of Richmond County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Academy Of Richmond County High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Of Richmond County High School?
Academy Of Richmond County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Academy Of Richmond County High School offer ?
Academy Of Richmond County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy Of Richmond County High School part of?
Academy Of Richmond County High School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Richmond County High School located?
Academy Of Richmond County High School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Augusta, GA.
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