Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual)
Charter School
9,952 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA) is a tuition-free, online public charter school that serves students in grades K–12 across the state of Georgia. As a virtual learning institution, it provides a flexible educational model that allows students to complete their coursework from home using a combination of live, teacher-led online sessions and self-paced digital curriculum. The school is designed to meet the needs of a diverse student body, including those who require a non-traditional learning environment, students who excel at an accelerated pace, and families seeking an alternative to the brick-and-mortar classroom setting.
While the school operates digitally, it maintains a structured academic framework aligned with state standards to ensure students are prepared for college and career success. Beyond academics, GCA fosters a sense of community by organizing regional in-person events, field trips, and various extracurricular clubs, helping to bridge the gap between virtual instruction and social development. By utilizing a robust online platform, Georgia Cyber Academy provides families with the tools and support necessary to manage their student’s education with increased autonomy and personalization.
While the school operates digitally, it maintains a structured academic framework aligned with state standards to ensure students are prepared for college and career success. Beyond academics, GCA fosters a sense of community by organizing regional in-person events, field trips, and various extracurricular clubs, helping to bridge the gap between virtual instruction and social development. By utilizing a robust online platform, Georgia Cyber Academy provides families with the tools and support necessary to manage their student’s education with increased autonomy and personalization.
9,952
Total Students
551.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 3,004 |
| Hispanic | 1,187 |
| Black | 4,755 |
| Asian | 189 |
| Two or More | 738 |
| American Indian | 59 |
| Pacific Islander | 20 |
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Black4,755 (47.8%)
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White3,004 (30.2%)
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Hispanic1,187 (11.9%)
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Two or More738 (7.4%)
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Asian189 (1.9%)
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American Indian59 (0.6%)
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Pacific Islander20 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Exclusively virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | State Specialty Schools I- Georgia Cyber Academy |
| Phone: | (404)334-4790 |
| Website: | http://www.georgiacyber.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 9,952 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 551.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 4,642 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 894 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
376
Grade 1
506
Grade 2
511
Grade 3
680
Grade 4
694
Grade 5
740
Grade 6
926
Grade 7
1,014
Grade 8
1,250
Grade 9
1,379
Grade 10
812
Grade 11
613
Grade 12
451
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 376 |
| Grade 1 | 506 |
| Grade 2 | 511 |
| Grade 3 | 680 |
| Grade 4 | 694 |
| Grade 5 | 740 |
| Grade 6 | 926 |
| Grade 7 | 1,014 |
| Grade 8 | 1,250 |
| Grade 9 | 1,379 |
| Grade 10 | 812 |
| Grade 11 | 613 |
| Grade 12 | 451 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 5,019 | 50.4% |
| Male | 4,933 | 49.6% |
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