Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cohutta 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 22% 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: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cohutta Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Cohutta, GA, covering an area of approximately 28.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10 to 12-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cohutta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cohutta Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Where Amazing Happens'
School Rankings
Cohutta 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 Cohutta Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#490 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
36%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)23%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bulldog Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cohutta Elementary School's ranking?
Cohutta Elementary School is ranked #490 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cohutta Elementary School often compared to?
Cohutta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Varnell Elementary School, Pleasant Grove 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cohutta Elementary School?
287 students attend Cohutta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cohutta Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cohutta Elementary School?
Cohutta Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cohutta Elementary School offer ?
Cohutta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cohutta Elementary School part of?
Cohutta Elementary School is part of Whitfield County School District.
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