Serving 922 students in grades 4-6, Calhoun 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 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 922 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calhoun Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Calhoun, GA, covering approximately 15.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calhoun Elementary School's student population of 922 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
922 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Calhoun 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 Calhoun Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#859 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun Elementary School's ranking?
Calhoun Elementary School is ranked #859 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Calhoun Elementary School often compared to?
Calhoun Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Calhoun Elementary School?
922 students attend Calhoun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Calhoun Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calhoun Elementary School?
Calhoun Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun Elementary School offer ?
Calhoun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calhoun Elementary School part of?
Calhoun Elementary School is part of Calhoun City School District.
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