Very Good
#548 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 24% in state
Cirrus Charter Academy
Elementary School · State Specialty Schools II- Cirrus Charter Academy
1870 Pio Nono Ave, Macon, GA 31204
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#548 of 2,268
In Macon
#3 of 38
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Cirrus Charter Academy
Elementary School in Macon · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cirrus Charter Academy
Cirrus Charter Academy is a public elementary school in Macon, GA, part of State Specialty Schools II- Cirrus Charter Academy. Cirrus Charter Academy serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cirrus Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #548 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Cirrus Charter Academy show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cirrus Charter Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Cirrus Charter Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Cirrus Charter Academy — Students at Cirrus Charter Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Cirrus Charter Academy Compares
See how Cirrus Charter Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1870 Pio Nono Ave, Macon, GA 31204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cirrus Charter Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alexander II Magnet School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Veterans Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Macon, see our Macon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ballard Hudson Middle School Macon | 0.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Ingram/Pye Elementary School Macon | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Central High School Macon | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Miller Magnet Middle School Macon | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Hartley Elementary School Macon | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Alexander II Magnet School Macon | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Vineville Academy Macon | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Southwest High School Macon | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| ST PETER CLAVER Macon | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY Macon | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Georgia Academy for the Blind Macon | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Williams Elementary School Macon | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Macon | 1.5 mi | — |
| Price Academy Macon | 1.9 mi | — |
| Bruce Elementary School Macon | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| John Robert Lewis Elementary School Macon | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Macon | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| VIP Academy (Virtual) Macon | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Southfield Elementary School Macon | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Veterans Elementary School Macon | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 31204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,478
Median Home Value
$123,700
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
32,730
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
34%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anna K. Davie Elementary Rome, GA | 7.7 |
| Cloverleaf Elementary Cartersville, GA | 7.7 |
| David A. Perdue Elementary School Warner Robins, GA | 7.7 |
| David L Rainer Elementary School Kingsland, GA | 7.7 |
| Euharlee Elementary School Euharlee, GA | 7.7 |
| Hollis Hand Elementary School Lagrange, GA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cirrus Charter Academy
What grades does Cirrus Charter Academy serve?
Cirrus Charter Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Cirrus Charter Academy?
Cirrus Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cirrus Charter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cirrus Charter Academy is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cirrus Charter Academy rank in GA?
Cirrus Charter Academy ranks #548 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Cirrus Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cirrus Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cirrus Charter Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cirrus Charter Academy has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Cirrus Charter Academy a charter school?
Yes, Cirrus Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cirrus Charter Academy a Title I school?
No, Cirrus Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cirrus Charter Academy?
100.0% of students at Cirrus Charter Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bibb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.8%
- Phone
- (478) 250-1376
Resources & Links
District
State Specialty Schools II- Cirrus Charter Academy- District Enrollment
- 498
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,672
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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