Atlanta SMART Academy vs Jean Childs Young Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atlanta SMART Academy
Atlanta · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
221 students
Jean Childs Young Middle School
Atlanta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
657 students
| Measure | Atlanta SMART Academy Atlanta, Georgia | Jean Childs Young Middle School Atlanta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #309 of 482 | #456 of 482 |
| National rank | #12031 of 15,369 | #14731 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 221 | 657 |
| Enrollment | 221 | 657 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 19% |
| Math proficiency | – | 12% |
| city | Atlanta | Atlanta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Atlanta SMART Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.4 vs 13.7).
- •Atlanta SMART Academy does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.1).
- •Jean Childs Young Middle School is the larger school with 657 students compared with 221.
- •Atlanta SMART Academy is a charter school while Jean Childs Young Middle School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta SMART Academy better than Jean Childs Young Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Atlanta SMART Academy ranks higher (29.4 vs 13.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Atlanta SMART Academy and Jean Childs Young Middle School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Atlanta and Atlanta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Atlanta SMART Academy: 221. Jean Childs Young Middle School: 657. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Atlanta SMART Academy and Jean Childs Young Middle School rank in Georgia?
Atlanta SMART Academy is 309th of 482 and Jean Childs Young Middle School is 456th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).