The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 11-19% (which was lower than the Georgia state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-59% (which was lower than the Georgia state average of 90%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (09-10)
110 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)11-19%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)50-59%
90%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(09-10)5%
11%
Black
(09-10)90%
37%
White
(09-10)3%
45%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)2%
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
79%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% GA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 90% GA state average).
How many students attend Soar Academy?
110 students attend Soar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Soar Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Soar Academy offer ?
Soar Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Soar Academy part of?
Soar Academy is part of Clarke County School District.
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