Serving 1,247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George W. Whitlow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: George W. Whitlow Elementary serves the southwest part of Cumming, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W. Whitlow 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
George W. Whitlow Elementary School's student population of 1,247 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,247 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
George W. Whitlow Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George W. Whitlow Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#181 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
40%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-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 George W. Whitlow Elementary School's ranking?
George W. Whitlow Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend George W. Whitlow Elementary School?
1,247 students attend George W. Whitlow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of George W. Whitlow Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George W. Whitlow Elementary School?
George W. Whitlow Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George W. Whitlow Elementary School offer ?
George W. Whitlow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George W. Whitlow Elementary School part of?
George W. Whitlow Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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