B.E.S.T Academy vs KIPP Soul Primary
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 Primary
Atlanta · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
505 students
| Measure | B.E.S.T Academy Atlanta, Georgia | KIPP Soul Primary Atlanta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #314 of 431 | #999 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #14732 of 16,910 | #42239 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 268 | 505 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 505 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 7.9 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | – |
| Math proficiency | 19% | – |
| city | Atlanta | Atlanta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Soul Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.1 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 14.0).
- •KIPP Soul Primary is the larger school with 505 students compared with 268.
- •B.E.S.T Academy is a public school while KIPP Soul Primary 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 Primary?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Soul Primary ranks higher (24.1 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 Primary?
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 Primary: 505. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B.E.S.T Academy and KIPP Soul Primary rank in Georgia?
B.E.S.T Academy is 314th of 431 and KIPP Soul Primary is 999th of 1,308 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).