Serving 1,405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad's student population of 1,405 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad is 0.58, which is less 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
#294 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
22%
36%
White
60%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad's ranking?
Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad is ranked #294 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad often compared to?
Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroadis often viewed alongside schools like Roland W. Russom Elementary School, Burnt Hickory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad?
1,405 students attend Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad?
Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad offer ?
Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad part of?
Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - 2 Hour Early Release
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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