Serving 213 students in grades 5-8, Atlanta Smart Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlanta Smart Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Atlanta Smart Academy's student population of 213 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 111% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Atlanta Smart Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atlanta Smart Academy is 0.12, 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
#1740 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
94%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
59%
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 is Atlanta Smart Academy's ranking?
Atlanta Smart Academy is ranked #1740 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Atlanta Smart Academy?
213 students attend Atlanta Smart Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Atlanta Smart Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlanta Smart Academy?
Atlanta Smart Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atlanta Smart Academy offer ?
Atlanta Smart Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atlanta Smart Academy part of?
Atlanta Smart Academy is part of State Specialty Schools II- Atlanta SMART Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Atlanta Smart Academy located?
Atlanta Smart Academy is located in the Harland Terrace neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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