Very Good
#798 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 35% in state
Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy
Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools
225 James P. Brawley Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#798 of 2,268
In Atlanta
#49 of 136
public schools
In district
#30 of 86
Atlanta Public Schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy
Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. Michael R.
Hollis Innovation Academy serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #798 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Michael R. Hollis Innovation 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.
61% of students at Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy — Students at Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy score 12% 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: 9.6/10.
How Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy Compares
See how Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
225 James P. Brawley Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP Strive Primary Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Woodson Park Academy School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kindezi Old 4th Ward (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,870
Median Home Value
$210,300
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
23,594
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
38.1%
Median Age
29.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy
What grades does Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy serve?
Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy?
Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy rank in GA?
Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy ranks #798 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy a charter school?
No, Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy a Title I school?
No, Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy?
100.0% of students at Michael R. Hollis Innovation 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 633
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (404) 802-8200
Resources & Links
District
Atlanta Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,660
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,046
- District Rank
- #30 of 86
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