JOHN LEWIS INVICTUS ACADEMY

John Lewis Invictus Academy is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 333 students. 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 16 teachers, John Lewis Invictus Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

John Lewis Invictus Academy (JLIA) is a public middle school located in the Grove Park neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Atlanta Public Schools system, the academy is named in honor of the late civil rights icon and U.S. Representative John Lewis. The school emphasizes a culture of excellence and character development, aiming to prepare its students to become leaders within their community and beyond.

The school’s academic philosophy is rooted in the "Invictus" spirit—derived from the Latin word for "unconquered"—which encourages students to persevere through challenges and maintain high aspirations regardless of their circumstances. The academy provides a comprehensive curriculum that integrates core academic subjects with social-emotional learning, extracurricular activities, and technology-focused initiatives. By fostering a supportive and rigorous learning environment, John Lewis Invictus Academy strives to bridge educational gaps and provide the tools necessary for students to succeed in high school and their future college or career paths.

For more information, contact John Lewis Invictus Academy at (404) 802-6100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.