Serving 1,159 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chestatee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chestatee Elementary serves the northeast part of Gainesville, GA, covering an area of approximately 35.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chestatee Elementary School's student population of 1,159 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,159 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chestatee 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 Chestatee Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#480 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-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 Chestatee Elementary School's ranking?
Chestatee Elementary School is ranked #480 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Chestatee Elementary School?
1,159 students attend Chestatee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chestatee Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestatee Elementary School?
Chestatee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chestatee Elementary School offer ?
Chestatee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chestatee Elementary School part of?
Chestatee Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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