Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poplar Road Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Poplar Road Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poplar Road Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poplar Road Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#766 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
23%
36%
White
64%
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
41%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Poplar Road Elementary School's ranking?
Poplar Road Elementary School is ranked #766 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Poplar Road Elementary School often compared to?
Poplar Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willis Road Elementary School, Welch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Poplar Road Elementary School?
599 students attend Poplar Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Poplar Road Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poplar Road Elementary School?
Poplar Road Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poplar Road Elementary School offer ?
Poplar Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Poplar Road Elementary School part of?
Poplar Road Elementary School is part of Coweta County School District.
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