Scintilla Charter Academy
Charter School
947 Students
Other K - 10th
School Overview
Scintilla Charter Academy, located in Valdosta, Georgia, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Founded on the principle of providing an innovative educational environment, the school distinguishes itself through a focus on project-based learning and a commitment to small class sizes. By integrating rigorous academics with hands-on, real-world applications, Scintilla aims to foster critical thinking and creativity, ensuring that students are not only mastering state standards but also developing the collaborative skills necessary for long-term success.
The school places a significant emphasis on building a strong community culture, often highlighted by its "Leader in Me" framework, which integrates social-emotional learning into the daily curriculum. Because it is a charter school, Scintilla operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools, allowing for a unique mission-driven approach that prioritizes student engagement and individualized attention. Its location on East Park Avenue serves the Valdosta area by offering families a distinct alternative to the traditional public school system, centered on high expectations and a supportive, holistic educational experience.
The school places a significant emphasis on building a strong community culture, often highlighted by its "Leader in Me" framework, which integrates social-emotional learning into the daily curriculum. Because it is a charter school, Scintilla operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools, allowing for a unique mission-driven approach that prioritizes student engagement and individualized attention. Its location on East Park Avenue serves the Valdosta area by offering families a distinct alternative to the traditional public school system, centered on high expectations and a supportive, holistic educational experience.
947
Total Students
73.6
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 531 |
| Hispanic | 54 |
| Black | 297 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 59 |
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White531 (56.1%)
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Black297 (31.4%)
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Two or More59 (6.2%)
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Hispanic54 (5.7%)
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Asian6 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | State Specialty Schools I- Scintilla Charter Academy |
| Phone: | (229)244-5750 |
| Grade Range: | K - 10th |
| Total Students: | 947 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 73.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 343 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 98 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
111
Grade 1
112
Grade 2
104
Grade 3
97
Grade 4
94
Grade 5
87
Grade 6
80
Grade 7
78
Grade 8
76
Grade 9
50
Grade 10
58
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 111 |
| Grade 1 | 112 |
| Grade 2 | 104 |
| Grade 3 | 97 |
| Grade 4 | 94 |
| Grade 5 | 87 |
| Grade 6 | 80 |
| Grade 7 | 78 |
| Grade 8 | 76 |
| Grade 9 | 50 |
| Grade 10 | 58 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 504 | 53.2% |
| Male | 443 | 46.8% |