Serving 757 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Centennial Place Academy (Charter) 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 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 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Place Academy (Charter) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Centennial Place Academy (Charter)'s student population of 757 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
Centennial Place Academy (Charter) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Place Academy (Charter) is 0.19, 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
#1799 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
90%
36%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Heroes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Place Academy (Charter)'s ranking?
Centennial Place Academy (Charter) is ranked #1799 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Centennial Place Academy (Charter) often compared to?
Centennial Place Academy (Charter)is often viewed alongside schools like Deerwood Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Centennial Place Academy (Charter)?
757 students attend Centennial Place Academy (Charter).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Centennial Place Academy (Charter) students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Place Academy (Charter)?
Centennial Place Academy (Charter) has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centennial Place Academy (Charter) offer ?
Centennial Place Academy (Charter) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial Place Academy (Charter) part of?
Centennial Place Academy (Charter) is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial Place Academy (Charter) located?
Centennial Place Academy (Charter) is located in the Downtown Atlanta neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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