Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Howard B. Stroud Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Howard B. Stroud Elementary School serves the northeast part of Athens, GA, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School's student population of 350 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
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School Rankings
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard B. Stroud Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1701 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 1999–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
73%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard B. Stroud Elementary School's ranking?
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School is ranked #1701 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Howard B. Stroud Elementary School often compared to?
Howard B. Stroud Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winterville Elementary School, Gaines Elementary School, Judia Jackson Harris 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 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Howard B. Stroud Elementary School?
350 students attend Howard B. Stroud Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Howard B. Stroud Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard B. Stroud Elementary School?
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Howard B. Stroud Elementary School offer ?
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard B. Stroud Elementary School part of?
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School is part of Clarke County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is filled with teachers who love and care about their students. The special education department goes above and beyond to make their students feel safe, smart, and worthy of success. Stephanie and Jamie in particular do such good for this school and their students. Any child would be lucky to have teachers like this in their lives.
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