Serving 757 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ashford Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ashford Park Elementary School is located in the northwest part of Atlanta, GA, serving an attendance area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.3 miles and the furthest edge extending to 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashford Park 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
Ashford Park Elementary School's student population of 757 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ashford Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashford Park Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#125 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
12%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
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)7.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Ashford Park Elementary School's ranking?
Ashford Park Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ashford Park Elementary School often compared to?
Ashford Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ashford Park Elementary School?
757 students attend Ashford Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ashford Park Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashford Park Elementary School?
Ashford Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashford Park Elementary School offer ?
Ashford Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashford Park Elementary School part of?
Ashford Park Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashford Park Elementary School located?
Ashford Park Elementary School is located in the Ashford Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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