At a glance
Reported students
1,178
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
65.6
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Georgia high enrollment
55th percentile
Compared with 479 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
579
Academy of Richmond County High School: 1,178 reported students.
State peer staffing position
84th percentile
18:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,096
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64.55
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17:1
What the reported data says about Academy of Richmond County High School
Academy of Richmond County High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Augusta. It is one of 49 current school records connected to Richmond County. NCES reports 1,178 students for 2024–25.
Among 479 high schools in Georgia with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 1,075 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 55th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18:1, above the Georgia median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (71.1%) and White (14.4%). English learners represent 1.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Academy of Richmond County High School
- 1How do the reported 18:1 student–teacher ratio and 65.6 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 85.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White14.4%
- Hispanic7.4%
- Black71.1%
- Asian0.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.7%
- Multiracial4.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Richmond County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Cross Creek High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,152 reported students
Westside High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,088 reported students
Hephzibah High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,041 reported students
Butler High School
High · Grades 09–12
878 reported students
Glenn Hills High School
High · Grades 09–12
839 reported students
Davidson Fine Arts Magnet
High · Grades 06–12
747 reported students
Public schools near Academy of Richmond County High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josey High School High · Richmond County | 09–12 | 625 | 1.3 mi |
| Laney High School High · Richmond County | 09–12 | 736 | 1.4 mi |
| Johnson Health Science and Engineering Magnet School High · Richmond County | 06–12 | 640 | 1.5 mi |
| Davidson Fine Arts Magnet High · Richmond County | 06–12 | 747 | 1.7 mi |
| Butler High School High · Richmond County | 09–12 | 878 | 3.8 mi |
| Westside High School High · Richmond County | 09–12 | 1,088 | 3.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Academy of Richmond County High School
What grades does Academy of Richmond County High School serve?
Academy of Richmond County High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Richmond County.
How many students attend Academy of Richmond County High School?
Academy of Richmond County High School reported 1,178 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 55th percentile among 479 Georgia high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,096 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Academy of Richmond County High School?
The calculated ratio is 18:1, based on 1,178 students and 65.6 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Georgia median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Academy of Richmond County High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Academy of Richmond County High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Academy of Richmond County High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
85.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Academy of Richmond County High School in?
Academy of Richmond County High School is part of Richmond County, based in Augusta, GA, which operates 49 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Academy of Richmond County High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Josey High School (1.3 mi), Laney High School (1.4 mi), Johnson Health Science and Engineering Magnet School (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.