- Atlanta Public Schools
- Strategic Plan
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1 Literacy is a fundamental right that opens the door to lifelong learning. By 2030, we will increase the percentage of 3rd grade students scoring proficient or above in ELA (GA Milestones) by 20 percentage points.2 Our students will thrive as critical thinkers and problem-solvers. By 2030, we will increase the percentage of 8th grade students scoring proficient or above in Math (GA Milestones) by 20 percentage points.3 Every APS student will graduate enrolled, enlisted, employed, or as an entrepreneur. By 2030, we will increase the percentage of students meeting at least one CCRPI College and Career Readiness Indicator by 20 percentage points.
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Our Strength is Our Team
Atlanta's students will have effective and engaged teachers, leaders, and staff.- Increase concentration of highly-effective teachers and leaders
- Prioritize engagement and retention for staff
- Grow and promote strong teachers, leaders, and staff
Our Responsibility Is Shared
Atlanta’s students will have supportive families, communities, and partners.- Build meaningful partnerships
- Expand Atlanta Partners for Education (APFE) impact
- Increase access and engagement for families and communities
Our System Is Efficient & Effective
Atlanta's students will have the schools and resources they need to succeed.- Maximize facility usage for the student and community good
- Leverage data to drive strategic financial investments
- Implement sustainability initiatives
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We Are Strengthening Our Instructional Core
Atlanta's students will have high-quality instruction, materials, and targeted support.- Implement high-quality, relevant, and engaging instructional materials and professional learning in all core content areas
- Target resources towards subgroups (e.g.exceptional educational, economically disadvantaged)
- Accelerate early learning
We Are Caring For Every Child
Atlanta's students will have trusted, supportive adults meeting their unique needs.- Expand strategies that reduce chronic absenteeism and disproportionate discipline
- Implement systematic culture and climate strategies
- Increase student access to trusted and reliable adults (e.g. mentors, coaches, counselors)
We Are Sparking Student Curiosity
Atlanta's students will have access to explore and expand their passions and interests.- Promote robust arts, athletics, world language, and enrichment offerings
- Expand access to high-interest and workforce-ready offerings (e.g. career programs and pathways, advanced coursework)
- Explore specialized and innovative school models (e.g. School of the Arts)
APS By The Numbers
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Number of Schools 65 Neighborhood Schools
18 Charter Schools
4 Programs
2 Single-Gender Schools
2 Alternative Schools -
Students (Projected) Total Enrollment: 49,878
Based on sudent record: Students enrolled at any one time in SY2024
Neighborhood, Partner, Alternative: 39,776
Charter: 10,102 -
Diversity 0.3% American-Indian/ Alaskan Native
1.2% Asian/Pacific Islander
70.0% Black
8.5% Hispanic
3.7% Multi-Racial
16.3% White -
Total Teachers 4,033 Neighborhood, partner, charter
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Graduates 2,873 Graduates (SY2024)
Graduation Rate: 88.59%
$228,947,153 in scholarships offered -
District-wide Access & Opportunity 57 High school career pathways
24 Middle school career pathways
31 AP course offerings -
Free & Reduced Lunch 74.34% Based on student record
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Bus Travel 291 Bus routes
29,599 Students transported
22,318 Miles per day