Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mount Vernon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Vernon Elementary School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Vernon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Vernon Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#549 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
2%
36%
White
86%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Mount Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Vernon Elementary School is ranked #549 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mount Vernon Elementary School often compared to?
Mount Vernon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wauka Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mount Vernon Elementary School?
631 students attend Mount Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mount Vernon Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Elementary School?
Mount Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Mount Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mount Vernon Elementary School part of?
Mount Vernon Elementary School is part of Hall County School District.
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