Serving 873 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dyer Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dyer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dyer Elementary School's student population of 873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dyer Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dyer Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
33%
36%
White
27%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dyer Elementary School's ranking?
Dyer Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dyer Elementary School often compared to?
Dyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeman's Mill Elementary School, Dacula Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Dyer Elementary School?
873 students attend Dyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Dyer Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dyer Elementary School?
Dyer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dyer Elementary School offer ?
Dyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dyer Elementary School part of?
Dyer Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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