Serving 798 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Northwest Classical Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Classical Academy's student population of 798 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
798 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Classical Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Classical Academy is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
18%
36%
White
58%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Classical Academy's ranking?
Northwest Classical Academy is ranked #453 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Northwest Classical Academy?
798 students attend Northwest Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northwest Classical Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Classical Academy?
Northwest Classical Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Classical Academy offer ?
Northwest Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Northwest Classical Academy part of?
Northwest Classical Academy is part of State Specialty Schools II- Northwest Classical Academy.
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