Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clarkesville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 21% 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: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarkesville Elementary School serves the northwest part of Clarkesville, GA, covering an area of approximately 81.7 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 12.8 miles to the nearest edge, reaching up to 17 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarkesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clarkesville Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarkesville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkesville Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#357 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkesville Elementary School's ranking?
Clarkesville Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Clarkesville Elementary School often compared to?
Clarkesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Woodville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clarkesville Elementary School?
466 students attend Clarkesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Clarkesville Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarkesville Elementary School?
Clarkesville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarkesville Elementary School offer ?
Clarkesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarkesville Elementary School part of?
Clarkesville Elementary School is part of Habersham County School District.
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