Cartersville Elementary School serves 952 students in grades 3-5.
Cartersville Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cartersville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cartersville Elementary School's student population of 952 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
952 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Cartersville Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Cartersville Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#792 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Hispanic
21%
18%

Black
24%
36%

White
49%
37%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
53%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cartersville Elementary School's ranking?
Cartersville Elementary School is ranked #792 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Cartersville Elementary School?
952 students attend Cartersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cartersville Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cartersville Elementary School?
Cartersville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cartersville Elementary School offer ?
Cartersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Cartersville Elementary School part of?
Cartersville Elementary School is part of Cartersville City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
October 09, 2023 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 10, 2023 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
October 11, 2023 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
October 12, 2023 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 13, 2023 (Friday)
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