Serving 637 students in grades 6-12, Johnson Magnet ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Johnson Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Johnson Magnet's student population of 637 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
Johnson Magnet ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Magnet is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#367 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
66%
36%
White
16%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Johnson Magnet is ranked #367 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Johnson Magnet often compared to?
Johnson Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Davidson Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnson Magnet?
The graduation rate of Johnson Magnet is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Johnson Magnet?
637 students attend Johnson Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Johnson Magnet students are Black, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Magnet?
Johnson Magnet has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson Magnet offer ?
Johnson Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Johnson Magnet part of?
Johnson Magnet is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Johnson Magnet located?
Johnson Magnet is located in the Laney Walker neighborhood of Augusta, GA. There are 2 other public schools located in Laney Walker.
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