Serving 26 students in grades 6-12, Arrow Academy Alternative School 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 26:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arrow Academy Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Arrow Academy Alternative School's student population of 26 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Arrow Academy Alternative School 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 Arrow Academy Alternative School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1116 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
15%
36%
White
85%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arrow Academy Alternative School's ranking?
Arrow Academy Alternative School is ranked #1116 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?
≤20% 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 Arrow Academy Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Arrow Academy Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Arrow Academy Alternative School?
26 students attend Arrow Academy Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Arrow Academy Alternative School students are White, and 15% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arrow Academy Alternative School?
Arrow Academy Alternative School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arrow Academy Alternative School offer ?
Arrow Academy Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Arrow Academy Alternative School part of?
Arrow Academy Alternative School is part of Heard County School District.
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