Serving 304 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls's student population of 304 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls is 0.24, 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
#857 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
87%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
BasketballCheering
SoccerTrack
Volley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Led by award-winning educator, innovator and Harvard PhD, Dr. Gavin Samms, Genesis Innovation Academy is a state charter school in south Atlanta. Our innovative E Curriculum includes Engineering, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Expression and Ethics.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls's ranking?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls is ranked #857 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls often compared to?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girlsis often viewed alongside schools like Wesley International Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls?
304 students attend Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls offer ?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls part of?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls is part of State Charter Schools II - Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls.
In what neighborhood is Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls located?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Girls is located in the Custer And McDonough And Guice neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Custer And McDonough And Guice.
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