IVY PREPARATORY ACADEMY- INC

Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the State Specialty Schools I- Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 512 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ivy Preparatory Academy (IPA) is a network of tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The school is rooted in a philosophy that emphasizes rigorous academic standards, character development, and the cultivation of leadership skills. By maintaining a structured and disciplined environment, the academy aims to bridge the achievement gap and ensure that students—particularly those from historically underserved communities—are fully prepared for the demands of higher education and professional life.

The curriculum at Ivy Prep is intentionally demanding, focusing on core subjects with an emphasis on critical thinking, literacy, and analytical skills. Beyond the traditional classroom, the school prioritizes a strong school culture that promotes "scholarship, sisterhood, and service" (a hallmark of their original single-gender model, which has since evolved to include co-ed options). By integrating mentorship, extracurricular enrichment, and a commitment to high expectations, Ivy Preparatory Academy strives to empower its students to become not only successful college graduates but also active, informed citizens within their communities.

For more information, contact Ivy Preparatory Academy- Inc at (404) 622-2727 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.