Serving 9,952 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 9,952 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: Yes
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual)'s student population of 9,952 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 552 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
9,952 students
Total Classroom Teachers
552 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue and Gold
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
Yes
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1283 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
48%
36%
White
30%
34%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
State Specialty Schools I- Georgia Cyber Academy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Georgia Cyber Academy is a statewide, tuition-free, online, accredited public charter school for students in grades K-12. GCA provides a learning environment where students are empowered to reach their full academic potential through participation in live interactive classes and an engaging curriculum that supports individualized and differentiated student learning paths.
- Students and families are partnered with certified teachers who instruct and guide student progress and achievement. In the virtual classroom, students participate in real-time, direct instruction via our online learning management system. During the school day a parent or guardian acts as a learning coach to provide support and guidance in the comfort of home.At present, our population encompasses students from every county and school district in the state of Georgia, enrolling approximately 11,000 students per year. GCA envisions a classroom environment where students can successfully reach their full potential and emerge career or college ready, and prepared to assume roles as positive contributors to society.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual)'s ranking?
Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) is ranked #1283 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) often compared to?
Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual)is often viewed alongside schools like Georgia Connections Academy (Virtual), Gwinnett Online Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual)?
The graduation rate of Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) is 65%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual)?
9,952 students attend Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) students are Black, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual)?
Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) offer ?
Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) part of?
Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) is part of State Specialty Schools I- Georgia Cyber Academy.
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