Serving 853 students in grades 9-12, Savannah Arts Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 40-44% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 76% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Savannah Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
853 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
18%
36%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Savannah Arts Academy's ranking?
Savannah Arts Academy is ranked #390 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Savannah Arts Academy?
The graduation rate of Savannah Arts Academy is 99%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Savannah Arts Academy?
853 students attend Savannah Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Savannah Arts Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Savannah Arts Academy?
Savannah Arts Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Savannah Arts Academy offer ?
Savannah Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Savannah Arts Academy part of?
Savannah Arts Academy is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Savannah Arts Academy located?
Savannah Arts Academy is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Savannah, GA. There are 9 other public schools located in Midtown.
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