Serving 1,036 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Globe Academy Charter School I ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Globe Academy Charter School I ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Globe Academy Charter School I's student population of 1,036 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Globe Academy Charter School I ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Globe Academy Charter School I is 0.74, which is more 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
#235 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
29%
36%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 is Globe Academy Charter School I's ranking?
Globe Academy Charter School I is ranked #235 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Globe Academy Charter School I?
1,036 students attend Globe Academy Charter School I.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Globe Academy Charter School I students are White, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Globe Academy Charter School I?
Globe Academy Charter School I has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Globe Academy Charter School I offer ?
Globe Academy Charter School I offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Globe Academy Charter School I part of?
Globe Academy Charter School I is part of Dekalb County School District.
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