Serving 1,593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Duncan Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Duncan Creek Elementary serves the northeast part of Hoschton, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duncan Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Duncan Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,593 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,593 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Duncan Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duncan Creek Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#221 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-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 Duncan Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Duncan Creek Elementary School is ranked #221 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Duncan Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Duncan Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Puckett's Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Duncan Creek Elementary School?
1,593 students attend Duncan Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Duncan Creek Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duncan Creek Elementary School?
Duncan Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Duncan Creek Elementary School offer ?
Duncan Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duncan Creek Elementary School part of?
Duncan Creek Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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