Savannah Classical Academy Charter High School
Charter School
72 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Savannah Classical Academy (SCA) is a tuition-free public charter school that offers a rigorous, content-rich curriculum rooted in the classical liberal arts tradition. Serving students from kindergarten through high school, the academy emphasizes a "back-to-basics" approach that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and civic virtue. By focusing on a traditional core curriculum—including history, literature, mathematics, and the sciences—SCA aims to prepare students for success in higher education while fostering the critical thinking skills necessary for informed citizenship.
Located in the Eastside neighborhood of Savannah, the school operates with a commitment to maintaining high expectations for all students, regardless of their background. Beyond its academic instruction, SCA integrates moral and civic education into the daily school culture, encouraging students to embody traits such as honesty, diligence, and respect. As a charter school, it offers an alternative to the traditional public school model, providing families with a structured, teacher-led classroom environment designed to cultivate well-rounded, disciplined, and knowledgeable graduates.
Located in the Eastside neighborhood of Savannah, the school operates with a commitment to maintaining high expectations for all students, regardless of their background. Beyond its academic instruction, SCA integrates moral and civic education into the daily school culture, encouraging students to embody traits such as honesty, diligence, and respect. As a charter school, it offers an alternative to the traditional public school model, providing families with a structured, teacher-led classroom environment designed to cultivate well-rounded, disciplined, and knowledgeable graduates.
72
Total Students
7.9
Full-Time Teachers
9.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic | 12 |
| Black | 39 |
| Two or More | 9 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black39 (54.2 %)
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Hispanic12 (16.7 %)
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White11 (15.3 %)
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Two or More9 (12.5 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (1.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Savannah-Chatham County |
| Phone: | (912)395-4040 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 72 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 7.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 51 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
25
Grade 10
24
Grade 11
16
Grade 12
7
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 25 |
| Grade 10 | 24 |
| Grade 11 | 16 |
| Grade 12 | 7 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 43 | 59.7% |
| Male | 29 | 40.3% |
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