Serving 947 students in grades Kindergarten-10, Scintilla Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 947 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scintilla Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Scintilla Charter Academy's student population of 947 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
947 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scintilla Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scintilla Charter Academy is 0.59, 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
#252 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
31%
36%
White
56%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scintilla Charter Academy's ranking?
Scintilla Charter Academy is ranked #252 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Scintilla Charter Academy often compared to?
Scintilla Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like S.l. Mason Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Scintilla Charter Academy?
947 students attend Scintilla Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Scintilla Charter Academy students are White, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scintilla Charter Academy?
Scintilla Charter Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Scintilla Charter Academy offer ?
Scintilla Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scintilla Charter Academy part of?
Scintilla Charter Academy is part of State Specialty Schools I- Scintilla Charter Academy.
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