Working Together for Better Schools
The Atlanta School Board is formally known as the Atlanta Board of Education. The Board manages a $1.79 billion budget, hires and evaluates the Superintendent, and sets policies that affect every student. The Superintendent’s primary duties are to improve student outcomes and make sure the district operates effectively.
Improving students' outcomes requires quality schools with access to classes, teachers, and resources that prepare children for college, career, and life. It also requires the Board to work in partnership with students, families, and community members to provide quality options that support positive student outcomes in and out of school.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
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Atlanta Public Schools (APS) is making progress, but there’s still work to do.
In 2024–25, APS showed stronger year-over-year gains in 13 of 14 assessments versus other Georgia districts.
Math scores are back to pre-pandemic levels.
All student groups improved in math and science.
Still, more than 60% of students in grades 3-8 are not reading, writing, or doing math at grade level.
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Just like students, schools get grades. A school’s grade shows its overall academic quality. These grades highlight schools that may need extra support and show us which schools are excelling, so we can learn from them.
31 APS schools remain among the lowest-performing in the state—most of them south of I-20.
Where a child lives should never decide the quality of their education.
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Too often, parents, families, and community members don’t have the information they need to hold leaders accountable.
We need clear information and a system that works with families, not against them.
WHAT’S GOING ON?
Facilities Planning - Fall 2025
The Comprehensive Facilities Plan (CLRFP), also called APS Forward 2040, is
Atlanta Public Schools’ long-term plan for school buildings and campuses.
School closures and mergers are coming. Get involved to help shape
the future of schools in APS.
Atlanta Board of Education Elections - November 4th
The Atlanta Board of Education elections are staggered. In 2025, even-numbered
districts and at-large seats are on the ballot.
Special Education Audit Priorities - Ongoing
The Atlanta Public Schools audited SPED services across schools in the district.
In July 2024, the APS SPED Audit outlined eight priorities to be addressed to support
students receiving exceptional education services.
In January 2025, the Charter and Partner Schools SPED Audit outlined
an additional nine priorities to be addressed.
Student Outcomes Progress Monitoring - Ongoing
The Atlanta Board of Education set target goals for student progress
in literacy, numeracy, graduation, and career and college readiness.
Join the Atlanta Board of Education’s monthly Board meetings
on the first Monday of the month,
or in person at:
Atlanta Public Schools
Center for Learning and Leadership
130 Trinity Avenue, SW
Atlanta, GA 30303
