Lake Oconee Academy is a K–12 charter school in the Greene County School District in Greensboro, Georgia, United States. The school opened in 2007. LOA's school colors are white, gold, and blue. For the 2016–2017 school year, enrollment was 815 students in pre-kindergarten through 11th grade.
Serving 874 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Oconee Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Oconee Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Oconee Charter's student population of 874 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Citizenship, Scholarship, and Community
School Rankings
Lake Oconee Charter 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 Lake Oconee Charter is 0.51, 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
#349 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
14%
36%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Lake Oconee Charter's ranking?
Lake Oconee Charter is ranked #349 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lake Oconee Charter often compared to?
Lake Oconee Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Greene County High School, Greene County Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lake Oconee Charter?
874 students attend Lake Oconee Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lake Oconee Charter students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Oconee Charter?
Lake Oconee Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Oconee Charter offer ?
Lake Oconee Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Oconee Charter part of?
Lake Oconee Charter is part of Greene County School District.
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