Serving 880 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dowell Elementary School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dowell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dowell Elementary School's student population of 880 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Invest. Inspire. Innovate.
School Rankings
Dowell 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 Dowell Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1045 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
41%
19%
Black
36%
36%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
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 Dowell Elementary School's ranking?
Dowell Elementary School is ranked #1045 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dowell Elementary School often compared to?
Dowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheatham Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dowell Elementary School?
880 students attend Dowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dowell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dowell Elementary School?
Dowell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dowell Elementary School offer ?
Dowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dowell Elementary School part of?
Dowell Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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