Serving 831 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Main Street Charter 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Main Street Charter Academy's student population of 831 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Campus Size
38 acres
School Rankings
Main Street Charter 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 Main Street Charter Academy is 0.19, 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
#1228 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
90%
36%
White
2%
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
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Main Street Charter Academy's ranking?
Main Street Charter Academy is ranked #1228 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Main Street Charter Academy often compared to?
Main Street Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp South Fulton Academy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Main Street Charter Academy?
831 students attend Main Street Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Main Street Charter Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Main Street Charter Academy?
Main Street Charter Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Main Street Charter Academy offer ?
Main Street Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Main Street Charter Academy part of?
Main Street Charter Academy is part of Fulton County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Teacher Workday-School Closed
February 16, 2026 (Monday)
Professional Development Day-School Closed
February 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
Professional Development Day-School Closed
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break-School Closed
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break-School Closed
April 07, 2026 (Tuesday)
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