Serving 147 students in grades 6-12, Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy's student population of 147 students has grown by 345% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy 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 Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy is 0.08, 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
#2181 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
96%
36%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy's ranking?
Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy is ranked #2181 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy?
The graduation rate of Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy is 10%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy?
147 students attend Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy?
Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy offer ?
Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy part of?
Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy located?
Hank Aaron New Beginnings Academy is located in the Hammond Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hammond Park.
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