Serving 637 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carnesville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Carnesville Elementary Intermediate School serves the west part of its school district in Carnesville, GA, covering an area of approximately 136.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carnesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Carnesville Elementary School's student population of 637 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
637 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Expect The Best
School Rankings
Carnesville 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 Carnesville Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#456 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
4%
36%
White
80%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carnesville Elementary School's ranking?
Carnesville Elementary School is ranked #456 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Carnesville Elementary School often compared to?
Carnesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lavonia Elementary School, Royston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Carnesville Elementary School?
637 students attend Carnesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Carnesville Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carnesville Elementary School?
Carnesville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carnesville Elementary School offer ?
Carnesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carnesville Elementary School part of?
Carnesville Elementary School is part of Franklin County School District.
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