Northwest Classical Academy

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Northwest Classical Academy ranks 328 th of 1248 Georgia alternative schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Northwest Classical Academy is a public charter school located in Kennesaw, Georgia, serving 640 students in grades K-12. The school focuses on a classical education approach, emphasizing core academic subjects and a rigorous curriculum.

Northwest Classical Academy consistently outperforms the state average in Milestones Assessment scores across various grade levels and subjects, including English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. The school's proficiency rates are significantly higher than the state averages, indicating strong academic achievement. For example, in 8th grade English Language Arts, Northwest Classical Academy had a 69.6% proficiency rate, compared to the state's 44.7%. The school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 14.7 students per teacher, allowing for more individualized attention and support for students. Additionally, Northwest Classical Academy has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 15.16%, suggesting the school serves a population with a higher socioeconomic status compared to the state average.

Comparing Northwest Classical Academy to nearby schools, Atlanta Classical Academy, another public charter school, also demonstrates strong academic performance, outperforming the state and its district (Atlanta Public Schools) in most Milestones Assessment subjects. In contrast, Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence, a public virtual school, has lower proficiency rates compared to Northwest Classical Academy and the state averages, particularly in Mathematics and Science. Devereux Ackerman Academy, an alternative public school, has significantly lower proficiency rates and a much higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

Detail:

Public, Charter, Alternative K-12

3010 Cobb Parkway North
Kennesaw, GA 30152

(470) 502-9700

District: State Specialty Schools II- Northwest Classical Academy

SchoolDigger Rank:
328^th of 1,248 Georgia Alternative Schools

Student/teacher ratio: 14.7

Number of students: 640

Racial breakdown:

White:

58.4%

African American:

20.2%

Hispanic:

12.7%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 15.2%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Northwest Classical Academy ranks better than 73.7% of elementary schools in Georgia. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 71.32. (See more...)

Compare Details Northwest Classical Academy ranks better than 72.6% of middle schools in Georgia. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 68.16. (See more...)

Compare Details Northwest Classical Academy ranks better than 80.6% of high schools in Georgia. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 69.67. (See more...)

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Schooldigger Rankings:

Northwest Classical Academy was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks Northwest Classical Academy 161^st of 588 Georgia public middle schools. (See Northwest Classical Academy in the ranking list.)

SchoolDigger ranks Northwest Classical Academy 89^th of 458 Georgia public high schools. (See Northwest Classical Academy in the ranking list.)

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	GA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	75.58	276^th	1242	77.8%
2024	71.32	328^th	1248	73.7%

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Data source: test scores: Georgia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Northwest Classical Academy

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	GA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	68.16	161^st	588	72.6%

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Rank History for Northwest Classical Academy

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	GA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	69.67	89^th	458	80.6%

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Data source: Georgia Department of Education

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50%

Reviews:

by a citizen
Friday, November 8, 2024

Not all that it seems, Corrupt leadership using"virtuosity" as a disguise for discrimination towards students of diverse backgrounds with diverse learning needs Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, January 4, 2024

5 stars for the teachers and curriculum, zero for the administration. Head of the school is arrogant and condescending and doesn't even know it. His social and communication skills are appallingly poor for someone in a leadership position. The administration places policy over the well-being of the students which shows in the constant turnover of students and teachers. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Northwest Classical Academy

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2022	302	96	9	60	1	2	35	0	505
2023	374	129	19	81	1	2	34	0	640

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Northwest Classical Academy

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	505	35.0	14.4	n/a
2023	640	43.5	14.7	15.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Northwest Classical Academy

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	505	35.0	14.4	n/a
2023	640	43.5	14.7	15.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Schools Near Northwest Classical Academy

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking ()				Ranking ()				Milestones Assessment American Literature and Composition (2024)	Milestones Assessment Algebra I (2024)	Milestones Assessment Biology (2024)	Milestones Assessment United States History (2024)	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts (2024)						Milestones Assessment Mathematics (2024)						Milestones Assessment Science (2024)		Milestones Assessment Social Studies (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	SchoolDigger Rating ()	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	Rank Change from Previous Year	Milestones Assessment American Literature and Composition End of Course	Milestones Assessment Algebra I End of Course	Milestones Assessment Biology End of Course	Milestones Assessment United States History End of Course	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 3rd Grade	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 4th Grade	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 5th Grade	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 6th Grade	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 7th Grade	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 8th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 3rd Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 4th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 5th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 6th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 7th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 8th Grade	Milestones Assessment Science 5th Grade	Milestones Assessment Science 8th Grade	Milestones Assessment Social Studies 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Northwest Classical Academy	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	3010 Cobb Parkway North	Kennesaw	30152	Cobb County	State Specialty Schools II- Northwest Classical Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(470) 502-9700	640	44	14.7	15.2%	374 (58.4%)	129 (20.2%)	81 (12.7%)	19 (3.0%)	1 (0.2%)	2 (0.3%)	34 (5.3%)								(n/a)		54.1	70.9		52.8	40.8	56.3	49.4	45.5	69.6	47.2	64.8	50.7	39.2	50.0	39.1	52.9	52.2	18.8
Devereux Ackerman Academy	Public, Alternative	K-12	1291 Stanley Rd NW	Kennesaw	30152	Cobb County	Cobb County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 427-0147	54	15	3.6	94.4%	25 (46.3%)	25 (46.3%)	2 (3.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (3.7%)								(n/a)	0.0	0.0
Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence	Public, Virtual, Alternative	2-12	6151 Powers Ferry Road NW	Atlanta	30339	Cobb County	Fulton County	No	No	Yes	Yes	(470) 254-4578	627	63	9.9	30.8%	65 (10.4%)	411 (65.6%)	63 (10.0%)	37 (5.9%)	6 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	45 (7.2%)								(n/a)	39.7	21.0	31.4	27.7			63.3	67.9	34.8	49.2			23.3	46.4	22.7	18.6	40.0	23.1	28.8
Atlanta Classical Academy	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	3260 Northside Dr NW	Atlanta	30305	Fulton County	Atlanta Public Schools	Yes	No	No	No	(404) 369-3500	678	61	11.1	9.1%	474 (69.9%)	89 (13.1%)	62 (9.1%)	12 (1.8%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	39 (5.8%)								(n/a)	80.0	49.3	69.2	86.1	55.6	58.2	68.5	77.3	75.8	76.9	72.2	69.1	61.1	68.2	71.2	60.0	57.4	64.6	40.0	$10,288	$86	$10,202

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Classical Academy

Is Northwest Classical Academy a good school?

Northwest Classical Academy ranks 328^th of 1248 Georgia alternative schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Northwest Classical Academy?

In the 2022-23 school year, 640 students attended Northwest Classical Academy.

What is the racial makeup of Northwest Classical Academy?

Students at Northwest Classical Academy are 58% White, 20% African American, 13% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races, 3% Asian.

What district is Northwest Classical Academy in?

State Specialty Schools II- Northwest Classical Academy

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