Georgia’s school choice program begins in 2025
December 30, 2024
Georgia’s school choice program takes effect during the 2025-2026 school year, and state officials are continuing to prepare a list of eligible schools.
The bill passed the General Assembly and was signed by Gov. Brian Kemp in April after failing in 2023.
Students who attend a low-performing school based on the College and Career Ready Performance Index are eligible for up to $6,500 annually to attend a private school.
The list initially released in early December is under revision. Some schools questioned their addition to the list. Dr. Keith Simmons, superintendent of the Griffin-Spalding County School System, said the list did not show the complete picture of his system’s success.
“While schools within our district are included and by their inclusion are designated as low performing, it is important to note that this is only a snapshot of an evolving story,” Simmons said. This designation does not reflect the full extent of the progress or success taking place within these schools. Nor does it include all schools in the state, as charter schools and private schools are not included.”