Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys's student population of 307 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys 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 Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys is 0.28, 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
#1294 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
84%
36%
White
1%
34%
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
99%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Led by award-winning educator, innovator and Harvard PhD, Dr. Gavin Samms, Genesis Innovation Academy is a state charter school in south Atlanta. Our innovative E Curriculum includes Engineering, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Expression and Ethics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys's ranking?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys is ranked #1294 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys?
307 students attend Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys offer ?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys part of?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys is part of State Specialty Schools II- Genesis Innovation Academy-Boy.
In what neighborhood is Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys located?
Genesis Innovation Academy For Boys is located in the Custer And McDonough And Guice neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Custer And McDonough And Guice.
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