GENESIS INNOVATION ACADEMY FOR BOYS

Genesis Innovation Academy for Boys is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the State Specialty Schools II- Genesis Innovation Academy-Boy school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 228 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 17 teachers, Genesis Innovation Academy for Boys has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Genesis Innovation Academy for Boys is a tuition-free, state-chartered public school located in the burgeoning Grant Park/East Atlanta area. It serves students in grades K-8 with a specific mission to cater to the unique developmental and learning needs of boys. The academy is built on a philosophy of "intentionality," utilizing a curriculum designed to foster academic excellence, character development, and social-emotional growth through a lens that resonates with young male learners.

Beyond its core academics, the school emphasizes leadership training, critical thinking, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) integration. By providing a specialized environment, Genesis Innovation Academy aims to bridge educational gaps and prepare its students for the rigors of high school and beyond. The school is known for its focus on mentorship, a structured environment, and a commitment to nurturing the potential of every student to become a productive, responsible leader in his community.

For more information, contact Genesis Innovation Academy for Boys at (404) 944-8560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1049 Custer Avenue SE
Atlanta, GA 30316
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GENESIS INNOVATION ACADEMY FOR BOYS is a public Title I Charter school in Atlanta, GA with about 228 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
New
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Total Students:
228
Teachers:
17.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 228 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GENESIS INNOVATION ACADEMY FOR BOYS is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 89% of the student body.

Black or African American
88.6%
Hispanic/Latino
7.9%
White
3.1%
Two or more races
0.4%

Male
100.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.