Serving 380 students in grades 5-8, Kipp South Fulton Academy 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp South Fulton Academy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp South Fulton Academy School's student population of 380 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp South Fulton Academy 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 Kipp South Fulton Academy School is 0.23, 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
#1450 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
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
49%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Kipp South Fulton Academy School's ranking?
Kipp South Fulton Academy School is ranked #1450 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kipp South Fulton Academy School often compared to?
Kipp South Fulton Academy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Main Street Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kipp South Fulton Academy School?
380 students attend Kipp South Fulton Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kipp South Fulton Academy School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp South Fulton Academy School?
Kipp South Fulton Academy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp South Fulton Academy School offer ?
Kipp South Fulton Academy School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp South Fulton Academy School part of?
Kipp South Fulton Academy School is part of Fulton County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/15/2021
Great Teachers. Great Parents. Great Student Body. Great School.
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KIPPstands for alot of things notjust fixing your kids but getting a better education then that live in the projects
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