Serving 253 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 39%). 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 13:1 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 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Cleveland Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland Avenue Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1678 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
88%
36%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1678 out of 2,192 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 39% 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?
253 students attend Cleveland Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cleveland Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland Avenue Elementary School?
Cleveland Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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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