Serving 684 students in grades 6-12, Elite Scholars School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher 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 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elite Scholars School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Elite Scholars School's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elite Scholars School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elite Scholars School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 2204 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
65%
36%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elite Scholars School's ranking?
Elite Scholars School is ranked #8 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elite Scholars School?
The graduation rate of Elite Scholars School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Elite Scholars School?
684 students attend Elite Scholars School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Elite Scholars School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elite Scholars School?
Elite Scholars School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elite Scholars School offer ?
Elite Scholars School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Elite Scholars School part of?
Elite Scholars School is part of Clayton County School District.
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