Serving 1,051 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grayson 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 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,051 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grayson 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
Diversity
School Overview
Grayson Elementary School's student population of 1,051 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,051 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
School Mascot
Rams
School Rankings
Grayson 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 Grayson Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#312 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
52%
36%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grayson Elementary School's ranking?
Grayson Elementary School is ranked #312 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Grayson Elementary School often compared to?
Grayson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Starling Elementary School, Trip Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Grayson Elementary School?
1,051 students attend Grayson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Grayson Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grayson Elementary School?
Grayson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grayson Elementary School offer ?
Grayson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grayson Elementary School part of?
Grayson Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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