Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Austell 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Austell Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Austell, GA, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Austell Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Austell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austell Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#939 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Light Blue, White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austell Elementary School's ranking?
Austell Elementary School is ranked #939 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Austell Elementary School often compared to?
Austell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Austell Elementary School?
367 students attend Austell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Austell Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Austell Elementary School?
Austell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austell Elementary School offer ?
Austell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Austell Elementary School part of?
Austell Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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