Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc's student population of 459 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc is 0.17, 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
#1450 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
91%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc's ranking?
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc is ranked #1450 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc often compared to?
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Incis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Conant School, Charles R. Drew Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc?
459 students attend Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc?
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc offer ?
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc part of?
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc is part of State Specialty Schools I- Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc located?
Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc is located in the Parkview neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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