Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fayetteville 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 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fayetteville Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fayetteville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fayetteville Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#882 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
60%
36%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fayetteville Elementary School's ranking?
Fayetteville Elementary School is ranked #882 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fayetteville Elementary School often compared to?
Fayetteville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Fayette Elementary School, Spring Hill Elementary School, Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Fayetteville Elementary School?
492 students attend Fayetteville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Fayetteville Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fayetteville Elementary School?
Fayetteville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fayetteville Elementary School offer ?
Fayetteville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fayetteville Elementary School part of?
Fayetteville Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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