Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cliftondale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cliftondale Elementary School serves the southwest area of Atlanta, GA, encompassing approximately 16.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cliftondale Elementary School's student population of 694 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Campus Size
47 acres
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence In Education
School Rankings
Cliftondale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cliftondale Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#925 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
91%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 15-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 Cliftondale Elementary School's ranking?
Cliftondale Elementary School is ranked #925 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cliftondale Elementary School often compared to?
Cliftondale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonewall Tell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cliftondale Elementary School?
694 students attend Cliftondale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cliftondale Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cliftondale Elementary School?
Cliftondale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cliftondale Elementary School offer ?
Cliftondale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cliftondale Elementary School part of?
Cliftondale Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cliftondale Elementary School located?
Cliftondale Elementary School is located in the Cliftondale neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 3 other public schools located in Cliftondale.
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