B.E.S.T Academy vs KIPP Soul Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
B.E.S.T Academy
Atlanta · Public high · Grades 6–12
268 students
KIPP Soul Academy
Atlanta · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
285 students
| Measure | B.E.S.T Academy Atlanta, Georgia | KIPP Soul Academy Atlanta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #314 of 431 | #327 of 482 |
| National rank | #14732 of 16,910 | #12414 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 268 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 7.9 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | – |
| Math proficiency | 19% | – |
| city | Atlanta | Atlanta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Soul Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.4 vs 23.1).
- •B.E.S.T Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.6% vs 100%).
- •B.E.S.T Academy does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 13.0).
- •KIPP Soul Academy is the larger school with 285 students compared with 268.
- •B.E.S.T Academy is a public school while KIPP Soul Academy is a charter 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 B.E.S.T Academy better than KIPP Soul Academy?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Soul Academy ranks higher (27.4 vs 23.1 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 B.E.S.T Academy and KIPP Soul Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Atlanta and Atlanta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
B.E.S.T Academy: 268. KIPP Soul Academy: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B.E.S.T Academy and KIPP Soul Academy rank in Georgia?
B.E.S.T Academy is 314th of 431 and KIPP Soul Academy is 327th of 482 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).