The Georgia Department of Education has named John S.
Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School and C.T. Walker Traditional Magnet School as 2025
Distinguished Schools, recognizing them among the highest-performing 5% of Title I schools
statewide.
“We are incredibly proud of Davidson and C.T. Walker, and look forward to seeing our other
Title I schools shine next year,” said Dr. Malinda Cobb, superintendent of schools. “Title I
schools receive federal funding to help ensure that every student, regardless of background,
has access to a high-quality education. Being recognized among the top 5 percent of these
schools means our teachers and students are not only meeting high standards but exceeding
them. It’s a testament to the hard work happening in Richmond County classrooms every day.”
The annual list of Distinguished and Reward Schools honors Title I schools with exceptional
academic achievement based on English Language Arts and math content mastery on
statewide assessments. To qualify, schools must receive Title I funding and not be currently
identified for Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) or Targeted Support and
Improvement (TSI).
“We are honored to be recognized as a Distinguished Title 1 School for the third consecutive
year, a reflection of our unwavering commitment to academic excellence and equity for all
students,” said Dr. Alfreda Howard, principal of C.T. Walker. "This achievement celebrates the
dedication of our teachers, families, and students who embody our Wildcat pride and pursuit of
greatness each day”.
John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School, which has a long history of academic excellence,
also earned recognition for its consistent student performance.
Dr. Renee Kelly, principal of Davidson, says, “this achievement is a powerful reflection of the
passion, perseverance, and excellence that defines our school community. It shows what’s
possible when educators, students and families work together with purpose and heart.”