Serving 1,147 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Graves Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Graves Elementary School's student population of 1,147 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Graves Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graves Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1527 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
77%
18%
Black
18%
36%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graves Elementary School's ranking?
Graves Elementary School is ranked #1527 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Graves Elementary School often compared to?
Graves Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Graves Elementary School?
1,147 students attend Graves Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Graves Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Graves Elementary School?
Graves Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Graves Elementary School offer ?
Graves Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Graves Elementary School part of?
Graves Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
In what neighborhood is Graves Elementary School located?
Graves Elementary School is located in the Gwinnett Village neighborhood of Norcross, GA. There are 5 other public schools located in Gwinnett Village.
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