Kipp Soul Academy

KIPP Soul Academy is a charter middle school located in Atlanta, Georgia. Serving students from fifth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 344 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1 with 35 full-time equivalent teachers. As a KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) school, it emphasizes rigorous academic instruction and character development.

While the MySchoolScout rating for KIPP Soul Academy is 4.6 out of 10 and its state ranking places it at #1479 among 2271 schools in Georgia, indicating room for improvement in academics, the school continues to focus on student development through dedicated teachers and a supportive learning environment. In recent academic assessments, only 18% of students were proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 11% in Math. KIPP Soul Academy is situated within Atlanta's bustling city center, offering its students access to various cultural and educational resources.

The school’s setting provides a dynamic backdrop for learning and community engagement, fostering a sense of belonging among the diverse student body.

While current test scores at Kipp Soul Academy are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1, Kipp Soul Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Kipp Soul Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.