INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF SMYRNA

International Academy of Smyrna is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the State Specialty Schools II- International Academy of Smyrna school district, located in Smyrna, GA with about 554 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 36 teachers, International Academy of Smyrna 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.

The International Academy of Smyrna (IAS) is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8, located in Smyrna, Georgia. The school is known for its commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes global citizenship, character development, and high academic standards. By utilizing a specialized curriculum, IAS aims to foster critical thinking and intellectual curiosity, preparing its students for success in secondary education and beyond.

Central to the school's mission is a focus on a diverse and inclusive learning community. As a charter school, IAS operates with a level of autonomy that allows it to implement unique instructional strategies, including an emphasis on project-based learning and technological integration. The school environment is structured to support personalized growth, encouraging students to excel not only in core subjects like math and literacy but also in developing the social and emotional skills necessary to navigate a global society.

For more information, contact International Academy of Smyrna at (678) 370-0980 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.