Elite Scholars Academy School

Elite Scholars Academy School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
7923 Fielder Rd,  Jonesboro, GA
Clayton County Schools
4.0
4.5
726 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Shonda Shaw
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
86%
Reading Proficiency
92%
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
A
College Prep
B+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Reading Proficiency
92%
Math Proficiency
86%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
39
Full Time Teachers
39
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
570
Verbal
600
Average ACT
24
Math
21
English
24
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
26.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
10
Equity
9
Student Progress
10
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
50.9%
State Average
15.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
233:1

Student Diversity

Female
54.9%
Male
45.1%
Black
64.6%
Hispanic
17.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
13.1%
Two or more races
3.4%
Limited English proficient
2.2%
White
1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#1 Niche Standout HS in Georgia
#2 Niche Standout MS in Georgia
#4 Best Public HS Teachers in Georgia
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Georgia State University 325 Students
University of Georgia 284 Students
Emory University 185 Students
Kennesaw State University 183 Students
Georgia Institute of Technology 181 Students
Georgia Southern University 166 Students
Mercer University 138 Students
Clayton State University 114 Students
Columbus State University 105 Students
University of West Georgia 97 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 92 Students
Computer Science 72 Students
Business 70 Students
Nursing 65 Students
Psychology 61 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 61 Students
Mechanical Engineering 34 Students
Computer Software Engineering 31 Students
Engineering 26 Students
Pre-Law Studies 25 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 151 Reviews
2.0
3/20/2025
IT STRESSES ME OUT. i mean i made really good friends there, but there is SO MUCH work there. i usually stay up until around 11 PM to 2 AM just to finish my work. also, the health teacher (coach embry) is not that great. she doesn't check her email, she doesn't extend the due date for someone when they're absent for a couple days or so, she barely teaches, etc. the ELA teacher is okay. she gives a lot of work, but it helps us out. lastly, my grades have DROPPED. i had all A's before i went here, and now i make mostly B's and just... not good grades? this school makes me wanna scream and cry at home every day.
4.0 Sophomore
11/13/2024
Overall, my experience has been pretty good. I've made great relationships, and have had many opportunities to excel academically and engage in my interests. The work can be very rigorous though, and some teachers aren't the best at communicating ideas. I would like to see more options for computer science and digital media in the future, as we definitely have the resources.
5.0 Alum
4/16/2024
Elite Scholars Academy is great school from grades 6-12. There are plenty of caring teachers who make sure that you strive for excellence. However, there are some things they can do better. Students who do not seem as smart/dedicated as others do not get the same opportunities. Given that this is a newer school, I think this problem will be solved more and more in the future.
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4.5 18 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/16/2019
Elite was great when my daughter attended but she decided she wanted to do more "Art" and transferred to Stilwell. Both are great!
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5.0 parent
5/14/2018
Elite Scholars Academy is by far the best public school in Clayton county and one of the best in the Atlanta area. This is not your ordinary public school. All of their classes are taught at least an advanced level, and they have many AP offerings. Students have to meet certain academic requirements...
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5.0 parent
4/15/2018
My daughter absolutely loves Elite Scholars Academy and is enthusiastic about attending school each and every day. She loves learning and we are happy that learning is exactly what is happening at ESA.
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5.0 other
10/4/2017
This school is top notch from the leadership down to the custodians. Everyone believes in the vision and is working hard to make that vision come to fruition.
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Elite Scholars Academy School

Elite Scholars Academy School is a public school for students in grades 6-12 in Jonesboro, GA, in the Jonesboro neighborhood, and is served by the Clayton County Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 726 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 86% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 92% are proficient in reading. Elite Scholars Academy School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $234,345. Discover additional schools in the area, like Jonesboro High School, Mount Zion High School, Martha Ellen Stilwell School For The Performing Arts, and more. Learn more about what Jonesboro has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Elite Scholars Academy School.

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