Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cleveland Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School's student population of 251 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland Avenue Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1648 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
89%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1648 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cleveland Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Cleveland Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hapeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Avenue Elementary School?
251 students attend Cleveland Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cleveland Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cleveland Avenue Elementary School?
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cleveland Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cleveland Avenue Elementary School part of?
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland Avenue Elementary School located?
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School is located in the Browns Mill Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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