Serving 887 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cumming 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cumming Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cumming Elementary School's student population of 887 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cumming Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cumming Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1093 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
50%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
38%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumming Elementary School's ranking?
Cumming Elementary School is ranked #1093 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cumming Elementary School often compared to?
Cumming Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daves Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cumming Elementary School?
887 students attend Cumming Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Cumming Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cumming Elementary School?
Cumming Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cumming Elementary School offer ?
Cumming Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cumming Elementary School part of?
Cumming Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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