Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sweet Apple Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sweet Apple Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sweet Apple Elementary School's student population of 785 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sweet Apple Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweet Apple Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#29 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
78%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet Apple Elementary School's ranking?
Sweet Apple Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sweet Apple Elementary School often compared to?
Sweet Apple Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hembree Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sweet Apple Elementary School?
785 students attend Sweet Apple Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sweet Apple Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sweet Apple Elementary School?
Sweet Apple Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sweet Apple Elementary School offer ?
Sweet Apple Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sweet Apple Elementary School part of?
Sweet Apple Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
School Calendar
View the Sweet Apple Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Labor Day (Schools Closed)
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 15, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of First Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
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