Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chesnut Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesnut Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chesnut Elementary School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chesnut Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesnut Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#559 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
29%
18%
Black
33%
36%
White
20%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Chesnut Elementary School's ranking?
Chesnut Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chesnut Elementary School often compared to?
Chesnut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunwoody Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Chesnut Elementary School?
455 students attend Chesnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Chesnut Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesnut Elementary School?
Chesnut Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesnut Elementary School offer ?
Chesnut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chesnut Elementary School part of?
Chesnut Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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