Serving 624 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cliftondale 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cliftondale Elementary School's student population of 624 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cliftondale 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 Cliftondale Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#937 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
94%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cliftondale Elementary School's ranking?
Cliftondale Elementary School is ranked #937 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cliftondale Elementary School often compared to?
Cliftondale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonewall Tell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Cliftondale Elementary School?
624 students attend Cliftondale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Cliftondale Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cliftondale Elementary School?
Cliftondale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cliftondale Elementary School offer ?
Cliftondale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cliftondale Elementary School part of?
Cliftondale Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cliftondale Elementary School located?
Cliftondale Elementary School is located in the Cliftondale neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 3 other public schools located in Cliftondale.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Second Semester
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Memorial Day (Schools Closed)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Labor Day (Schools Closed)
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
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