Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Callaway Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Callaway Elementary School serves the west part of Jonesboro, GA, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Callaway Elementary School's student population of 677 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Rankings
Callaway Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Callaway Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1989 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
76%
36%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Callaway Elementary School's ranking?
Callaway Elementary School is ranked #1989 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Callaway Elementary School often compared to?
Callaway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swint Elementary School, Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Callaway Elementary School?
677 students attend Callaway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Callaway Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Callaway Elementary School?
Callaway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Callaway Elementary School offer ?
Callaway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Callaway Elementary School part of?
Callaway Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
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