Serving 28 students in grades 5-12, Augusta Youth Development Campus ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Augusta Youth Development Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Augusta Youth Development Campus's student population of 28 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Transforming young lives
School Rankings
Augusta Youth Development Campus ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Augusta Youth Development Campus is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#508 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
50%
36%
White
36%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
63%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Augusta Youth Development Campus's ranking?
Augusta Youth Development Campus is ranked #508 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Augusta Youth Development Campus often compared to?
Augusta Youth Development Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Bob Richards Regional Youth Detention Center, Bishop Hall by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Augusta Youth Development Campus?
The graduation rate of Augusta Youth Development Campus is 20%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Augusta Youth Development Campus?
28 students attend Augusta Youth Development Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Augusta Youth Development Campus students are Black, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Augusta Youth Development Campus?
Augusta Youth Development Campus has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Augusta Youth Development Campus offer ?
Augusta Youth Development Campus offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Augusta Youth Development Campus part of?
Augusta Youth Development Campus is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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