Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp Ways Primary Charter 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Ways Primary Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Ways Primary Charter School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Ways Primary Charter 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 Ways Primary Charter School is 0.06, 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
#1929 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
97%
36%
White
n/a
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
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
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 Ways Primary Charter School's ranking?
Kipp Ways Primary Charter School is ranked #1929 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kipp Ways Primary Charter School often compared to?
Kipp Ways Primary Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Kindezi School, M. A. Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kipp Ways Primary Charter School?
484 students attend Kipp Ways Primary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Kipp Ways Primary Charter School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Ways Primary Charter School?
Kipp Ways Primary Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Ways Primary Charter School offer ?
Kipp Ways Primary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Ways Primary Charter School part of?
Kipp Ways Primary Charter School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Ways Primary Charter School located?
Kipp Ways Primary Charter School is located in the Bankhead neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Bankhead.
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