Serving 511 students in grades 3-5, Big Shanty 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher 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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Shanty Elementary School serves the northern part of Kennesaw, GA, covering an area of approximately 11.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Shanty Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Shanty Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Shanty Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#631 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
31%
36%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Shanty Elementary School's ranking?
Big Shanty Elementary School is ranked #631 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Big Shanty Elementary School often compared to?
Big Shanty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennesaw 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 39% GA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Big Shanty Elementary School?
511 students attend Big Shanty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Big Shanty Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Shanty Elementary School?
Big Shanty Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Big Shanty Elementary School offer ?
Big Shanty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Shanty Elementary School part of?
Big Shanty Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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