Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gainesville Exploration 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 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gainesville Exploration Academy's student population of 523 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Big RED (Relate, Empower, and Discover)
School Mascot
Red Elephants
School Rankings
Gainesville Exploration 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 Gainesville Exploration Academy is 0.45, 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
#1743 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
72%
19%
Black
19%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Elephants
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesville Exploration Academy's ranking?
Gainesville Exploration Academy is ranked #1743 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gainesville Exploration Academy often compared to?
Gainesville Exploration Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fair Street International Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gainesville Exploration Academy?
523 students attend Gainesville Exploration Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gainesville Exploration Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gainesville Exploration Academy?
Gainesville Exploration Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gainesville Exploration Academy offer ?
Gainesville Exploration Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gainesville Exploration Academy part of?
Gainesville Exploration Academy is part of Gainesville City School District.
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