The top reported proficiency rate is 61% in English language arts. The lowest is 36% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Igrad Virtual Academy School
iGrad Virtual Academy School is a small public high school serving grades 9 through 12 in Canton, located on Knox Bridge Highway in Cherokee County. With enrollment of fewer than two hundred students, it caters to families seeking a virtual or online learning model for their secondary education.
The school's state assessment results show mixed academic outcomes. In English language arts, proficiency is stronger, with roughly three in five students meeting or exceeding state standards. Math proficiency is considerably lower, with about one-third of tested students reaching the proficiency threshold. Social studies performance, measured at the eighth-grade level, falls between these two, with roughly four in ten students proficient. Across the school's tested subjects, iGrad's overall proficiency index places it above the midpoint relative to other districts in Cherokee County, though the math results in particular suggest a parent may want to look into the school's instructional approaches and support systems in that subject during a school visit.
The school serves a predominantly white student population, with Hispanic and multiracial students representing meaningful shares and smaller numbers of Black and Asian students. Just under a quarter of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a modest rate that reflects somewhat lower economic pressure than in many Georgia schools, though it indicates real economic diversity in the enrollment. Data on students with individualized education plans and English learners was not available.
Graduation rate data was not provided, so a prospective family cannot assess completion outcomes from the available information. The school's virtual structure itself defines its environment: students attend remotely, which eliminates commuting and offers scheduling flexibility but also removes the daily peer interaction, extracurricular involvement, and hands-on lab or arts experiences typical of campus-based schools. This model suits families managing work or caregiving constraints, students needing a flexible schedule, or those who learn effectively in a self-directed online format.
Canton itself is a fast-growing historic small city about forty miles north of Atlanta, anchored by a revitalized downtown and surrounded by rapidly expanding residential communities. Median home values in the area are substantial, and families choosing this region often weigh the proximity to Atlanta employment against the small-town feel and growing amenities. The school's location in a car-dependent suburban environment means families will need transportation to and from school for in-person registration, testing, or meetings.
The Cherokee County school district has recently navigated significant property tax changes. In 2024, voters expanded the senior and disabled homestead tax exemption, and the district later opted out of a statewide property tax cap, decisions that affect family tax bills and district resources. The district also implemented a cellphone storage policy and uniform dress code in 2024, which may or may not apply to this virtual school, depending on its specific operational model. A parent considering iGrad should confirm directly with the school how those district policies translate to its remote environment.
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