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World Language Academy

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World Language Academy ranks 431 st of 1219 Georgia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Public Grades PK, KG-5

431^st

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 1,219 Georgia Elementary Schools

Better than 65% of Georgia elementary schools

Summary

World Language Academy is an elementary school in Flowery Branch, GA, serving 677 students in grades PK-5 within the Hall County School District, and it has been steadily climbing the statewide rankings—from the 41st percentile in 2022-2023 to the 65th percentile in 2025-2026, now earning a 3-star rating.

The school’s standout strength is 3rd grade math, where 74.1% of students scored proficient in 2025-2026—far outpacing the district average of 40.5% and the state average of 48.3%, and beating every nearby school, including Spout Springs Elementary (58%). This is a big jump from the prior year’s 55.9%. The school also shines with its Hispanic and English Language Learner students, ranking in the 72nd and 66th percentiles statewide, respectively—a sign that its language-focused mission is delivering real academic benefits. Chronic absenteeism is remarkably low at just 7.9%, less than half the district rate of 18.6%, and a major improvement from 16.5% two years ago. Even with 59% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, ELA proficiency in 3rd and 4th grades exceeds both district and state averages, though 5th grade ELA dips slightly below the state.

There are a couple of areas to watch. Math proficiency drops sharply as students advance—from 74.1% in 3rd grade to 44.2% in 5th grade—a pattern seen again this year, suggesting a challenge in sustaining early gains. Science in 5th grade (31.2%) also trails the state average of 44.2%, though it has improved from 13.4% a few years ago. Compared to nearby schools, World Language Academy clearly outperforms Martin Elementary (22nd percentile), Myers Elementary (34th), and Flowery Branch Elementary (49th), while sitting just below Spout Springs (84th) and Chestnut Mountain Elementary (68th)—though those two serve more affluent populations. Notably, the school spends less per student ($11,535) than many peers yet achieves stronger results, pointing to efficient resource use and a clear upward trajectory.

677

Students ?

16.0

Student/teacher ratio ?

$11,535

Per pupil spending ?

59.4%

Free/discounted lunch ?

4670 Winder Hwy
Flowery Branch, GA 30542

(770) 967-5854

District: Hall County

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

78.4%

White:

16.8%

Two or more races:

2.4%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Rebounding — 41st percentile in 2023 → 65th in 2026

Strengths

✓Ranking is rebounding — up to 65th (2026) from a 41st-percentile low (2023)

✓Above the Georgia median (65th percentile)

Worth a look

!Science scores 13 pts below the Georgia average

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school51%

District avg37%

Georgia avg47%

431^st of 1,219

Georgia public elementary schools ?

Top 35%▼ down 13 pts since 2016

From top 23% (2016) to top 35% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

5^th of 17Elementary Schools in the Hall County

118^th of 201Hall County among Georgia districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

Elementary school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	60.1	431 of 1219	64.6%	★★★☆☆
2025	52.7	528 of 1238	57.4%	★★★☆☆
2024	48.1	580 of 1236	53.1%	★★★☆☆
2023	37.6	727 of 1223	40.6%	★★☆☆☆
2022	43.6	646 of 1220	47.0%	★★☆☆☆
2021	61.0	432 of 1214	64.4%	★★★☆☆
2019	74.2	282 of 1234	77.1%	★★★★☆
2018	70.6	322 of 1209	73.4%	★★★★☆
2017	67.4	343 of 1205	71.5%	★★★★☆
2016	73.8	280 of 1233	77.3%	★★★★☆
2015	66.6	346 of 1240	72.1%	★★★★☆
2014	69.9	406 of 1231	67.0%	★★★☆☆
2011	73.8	331 of 1212	72.7%	★★★★☆
2010	75.7	276 of 1183	76.7%	★★★★☆

English Language Learner

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	50.4	72 of 214	66.4%	★★★☆☆
2025	55.2	95 of 317	70.0%	★★★★☆
2024	43.0	153 of 304	49.7%	★★★☆☆
2023	33.3	198 of 286	30.8%	★★☆☆☆
2022	10.4	283 of 283	0.0%	☆☆☆☆☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	62.3	385 of 1186	67.5%	★★★☆☆
2025	44.8	624 of 1224	49.0%	★★☆☆☆
2024	44.5	638 of 1223	47.8%	★★☆☆☆
2023	31.7	808 of 1212	33.3%	★★☆☆☆
2022	38.1	723 of 1206	40.0%	★★☆☆☆

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	61.4	140 of 503	72.2%	★★★★☆
2025	58.1	197 of 583	66.2%	★★★☆☆
2024	50.1	248 of 565	56.1%	★★★☆☆
2023	32.9	383 of 535	28.4%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	29.3	402 of 516	22.1%	★☆☆☆☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	56.3	479 of 1183	59.5%	★★★☆☆
2025	59.2	443 of 1225	63.8%	★★★☆☆
2024	51.7	545 of 1220	55.3%	★★★☆☆
2023	45.1	606 of 1210	49.9%	★★☆☆☆
2022	50.9	554 of 1209	54.2%	★★★☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2025	50.0	365 of 769	52.5%	★★★☆☆
2024	60.3	301 of 772	61.0%	★★★☆☆
2023	46.5	402 of 775	48.1%	★★☆☆☆
2022	58.3	309 of 779	60.3%	★★★☆☆

Middle school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2018	73.4	123 of 543	77.3%	★★★★☆
2017	67.3	152 of 539	71.8%	★★★★☆
2016	79.0	93 of 545	82.9%	★★★★☆
2015	73.6	116 of 537	78.4%	★★★★☆
2014	70.0	138 of 521	73.5%	★★★★☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Elementary school

Hispanic (2026)72nd percentile+8 vs school

Female (2026)68th percentile+3 vs school

English Language Learner (2026)66th percentile~ school

Male (2026)60th percentile-5 vs school

White (2025)53rd percentile-5 vs school

By subject vs Georgia (2025-2026) ?

Mathematics57%+10 vs state

Science31%-13 vs state

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What people are saying

by a citizen
Friday, March 22, 2019

My granddaughter attends WLA. They have a well balanced curriculum . They have a wonderful. Cultural program. My granddaughter is really thriving at WLA. Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, September 15, 2016

My daughter is now in 5th Grade and has attended WLA since Kindergarten. One of the key drivers that drove our decision to enroll her there, was the fact that Chinese was one of the languages that students would study. This was beneficial for our daughter since she was adopted from China. She loves the school as do we. Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, March 28, 2012

This is probably the best school in the State of Georgia. The foresight the superintendent and administration have cannot be compared! They embrace technology and embrace other cultures. I feel fortunate to have this school so close to my home. I currently have 2 children at the school with my 3rd starting Kindergarten next year. I do know the Dual-Immersion model is not for all students, but I feel those that are able to thrive in this environment! Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				Milestones Assessment Mathematics (2026)			Milestones Assessment Science (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 3rd Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 4th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 5th Grade	Milestones Assessment Science 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
World Language Academy	Public	PK, KG-5	4670 Winder Hwy	Flowery Branch	30542	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	No	(770) 967-5854	677	42	16.0	59.4%	114 (16.8%)	15 (2.2%)	531 (78.4%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (2.4%)	60.1	431^st of 1219 public elementary schools	64.6%		52.7	528^th of 1238 public elementary schools	57.4%	97	74.1	51.6	44.2	31.2	$11,535	$336	$11,199
Chestnut Mountain Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	4841 Union Church Rd	Flowery Branch	30542	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	No	(770) 967-3121	918	54	16.8	41.4%	565 (61.5%)	68 (7.4%)	216 (23.5%)	16 (1.7%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	51 (5.6%)	64	390^th of 1219 public elementary schools	68.0%		63.6	399^th of 1238 public elementary schools	67.8%	9	55.0	59.3	44.5	47.4	$11,554	$430	$11,124
Martin Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	4216 Martin Rd	Flowery Branch	30542	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 965-1578	628	41	15.4	65.4%	237 (37.7%)	60 (9.6%)	267 (42.5%)	25 (4.0%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	38 (6.1%)	23	949^th of 1219 public elementary schools	22.1%		28.2	870^th of 1238 public elementary schools	29.7%	79	40.5	26.4	29.4	20.6	$13,789	$789	$13,000
Spout Springs Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	6640 Spout Springs Rd	Flowery Branch	30542	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	No	(770) 967-4860	855	48	17.7	22.9%	620 (72.5%)	36 (4.2%)	135 (15.8%)	23 (2.7%)	2 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	39 (4.6%)	82.1	200^th of 1219 public elementary schools	83.6%		80.3	232^nd of 1238 public elementary schools	81.3%	32	58.0	69.4	65.2	57.9	$11,544	$324	$11,220
Myers Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2676 Candler Rd	Gainesville	30507	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 536-0814	524	44	11.9	91.4%	74 (14.1%)	17 (3.2%)	417 (79.6%)	2 (0.4%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (2.3%)	32	801^st of 1219 public elementary schools	34.3%		38.3	708^th of 1238 public elementary schools	42.8%	93	33.0	37.0	50.0	12.0	$14,874	$955	$13,919
Chicopee Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2029 Calvary Church Rd	Gainesville	30507	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 536-2075	809	59	13.7	92.5%	58 (7.2%)	24 (3.0%)	706 (87.3%)	7 (0.9%)	2 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (1.5%)	20	990^th of 1219 public elementary schools	18.8%		10	1182^nd of 1238 public elementary schools	4.5%	192	32.3	30.0	32.0	9.8	$13,645	$1,523	$12,122
Oakwood Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	4500 Allen St	Oakwood	30566	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 532-1656	509	36	13.9	74.3%	136 (26.7%)	40 (7.9%)	299 (58.7%)	7 (1.4%)	4 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	23 (4.5%)								(n/a)					$15,002	$731	$14,271
Flowery Branch Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	5544 Radford Rd	Flowery Branch	30542	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	No	(770) 967-6621	711	45	15.7	63.9%	304 (42.8%)	76 (10.7%)	260 (36.6%)	29 (4.1%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	40 (5.6%)	44.5	625^th of 1219 public elementary schools	48.7%		29.3	845^th of 1238 public elementary schools	31.7%	220	43.1	49.6	34.5	38.7	$11,803	$654	$11,149
Mundy Mill Arts Academy	Public	PK, KG-5	4260 Mundy Mill Parkway	Gainesville	30504	Hall County	Gainesville City	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 534-0671	825	54	15.2	72.2%	96 (11.6%)	116 (14.1%)	532 (64.5%)	50 (6.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	30 (3.6%)	39.9	671^st of 1219 public elementary schools	45.0%		34.9	756^th of 1238 public elementary schools	38.9%	85	38.9	43.6	38.6	35.7	$13,338	$849	$12,489
Lyman Hall Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2150 Memorial Park Dr	Gainesville	30504	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 534-7044	785	58	13.6	96.2%	20 (2.5%)	7 (0.9%)	753 (95.9%)	3 (0.4%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	10.6	1149^th of 1219 public elementary schools	5.7%		11	1163^rd of 1238 public elementary schools	6.1%	14	17.7	22.3	22.5	13.7	$13,731	$1,115	$12,616

Frequently Asked Questions about World Language Academy

How many students attend World Language Academy?

In the 2024-25 school year, 677 students attended World Language Academy.

What is the racial makeup of World Language Academy?

Students at World Language Academy are 78% Hispanic, 17% White, 2% Two or more races, 2% African American.

Is World Language Academy a good school?

World Language Academy ranks 431^st of 1219 Georgia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

What district is World Language Academy in?

Hall County

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