Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcgarity Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 51% 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: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgarity Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mcgarity Elementary School's student population of 607 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcgarity Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgarity Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#462 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
29%
36%
White
49%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Mcgarity Elementary School's ranking?
Mcgarity Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mcgarity Elementary School often compared to?
Mcgarity Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiram Elementary School, C. A. Roberts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Mcgarity Elementary School?
607 students attend Mcgarity Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mcgarity Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcgarity Elementary School?
Mcgarity Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcgarity Elementary School offer ?
Mcgarity Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mcgarity Elementary School part of?
Mcgarity Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School - 2 Hour Early Release
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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