LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY ACADEMY

Leadership Preparatory Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the DeKalb County school district, located in Lithonia, GA with about 462 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 37 teachers, Leadership Preparatory Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Leadership Preparatory Academy, located in Lithonia, Georgia, is a public charter school that emphasizes a rigorous academic environment rooted in character development and leadership skills. Serving a diverse student population, the school is designed to bridge educational gaps by providing a structured curriculum that prioritizes core subjects like mathematics and literacy. The academy aims to foster a culture of high expectations, preparing students not only for academic success in higher education but also to become responsible, productive citizens within their community.

The school’s philosophy centers on the belief that strong leadership and academic excellence go hand-in-hand. By utilizing small class sizes and a focused pedagogical approach, Leadership Preparatory Academy strives to offer personalized attention that helps students overcome learning barriers. In addition to its academic programs, the school integrates social-emotional learning into its daily operations, encouraging students to embody values such as integrity, discipline, and perseverance throughout their educational journey.

For more information, contact Leadership Preparatory Academy at (404) 656-3103 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.