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Bolton Academy

Public | PK-5 | 483 students

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4 stars

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2013:
Based on 2 ratings
2012:
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2011:
Based on 5 ratings
2010:
Based on 2 ratings

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Posted March 10, 2010

I really was taking a liking to the school; over the past year or so things have really changed. I'm really sad not all the parents are able to be involved in the various projects and outings, due the the current leadership from the school. This school has its picks when it come to who they want to be involved. Sounds like a little ... to me. keep trying!!


Posted February 20, 2009

My kids are in kindergarten in Bolton Academy and I could not ask for a better school or better teachers. Ms.Robinson and Ms.Price are great teachers. They keep you up to date on things and if your child needs extra help with something, they will let you know immediately. I really appreciate the principal, and teachers at BOLTON ACADEMY!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 7, 2008

My daughter started Kindergarten this year at Bolton Academy (2008-2009) and the education has far exceeded my expectations. She has learned so much in the short time she has attended Bolton Academy. The teachers and staff seem excited to be there, which says a lot about the school. The children are very well behaved and friendly. My daughter loves the school and her teacher and looks forward to going to school each day. Please consider when you are evaluating this school that there is so much more to what makes a good school than overall test scores. We are very happy there and I feel my daughter is receiving a great education!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 5, 2008

This is my daughters second year at Bolton Academy. She has learned more that I have ever imagined since her first day. I would recommend this school to everyone because of its dedication to outstantding achievement in academics. We are from another state and because of Bolton Academy we will never go back!!!!!!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 21, 2007

I feel by far that this is the best elementary school that my daughters have attended and they have been in two other elementary schools since they started school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 29, 2007

I have been a Bolton Academy parent for 4 years. My daughters love the school and we have nothing but nice things to tell you about the school. You can always call and ask for a tour. Come and be part of bolton academy.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 86% in 2010.

88 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
71%
Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2010.

88 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
74%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 92% in 2010.

88 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
73%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 85% in 2010.

80 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
94%
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2010.

80 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
66%

2009

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2010.

80 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
72%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
65%

2009

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
70%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

71 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
61%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 81% in 2012.

71 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
59%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2012.

55 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
76%
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

55 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
53%

2009

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
76%
Science

The state average for Science was 81% in 2012.

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
73%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 78% in 2012.

56 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
61%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 94% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
88%
Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
71%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 91% in 2012.

46 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
77%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

47 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
71%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 77% in 2012.

47 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
44%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
66%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 80% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
55%

2009

 
 
72%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Middle Grades Writing Assessment (MGWA) to students in grades 5 and 8. The MGWA is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 58% 38%
Hispanic 35% 10%
White 7% 46%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 3%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 17%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 95%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 12%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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2268 Adams Dr NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
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