Serving 12 students in grades 5-12, Atlanta Youth Development Campus 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 <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlanta Youth Development Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Atlanta Youth Development Campus's student population of 12 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
School Motto
Transforming young lives
School Rankings
The diversity score of Atlanta Youth Development Campus is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
67%
36%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
59%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atlanta Youth Development Campus?
The graduation rate of Atlanta Youth Development Campus is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Atlanta Youth Development Campus?
12 students attend Atlanta Youth Development Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Atlanta Youth Development Campus students are Black, and 33% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlanta Youth Development Campus?
Atlanta Youth Development Campus has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atlanta Youth Development Campus offer ?
Atlanta Youth Development Campus offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atlanta Youth Development Campus part of?
Atlanta Youth Development Campus is part of Department Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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