Serving 1,077 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gwin Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,077 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gwin Oaks Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lawrenceville, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gwin Oaks 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
Gwin Oaks Elementary School's student population of 1,077 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,077 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gwin Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gwin Oaks Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#107 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
23%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
25%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gwin Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Gwin Oaks Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gwin Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Gwin Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Head Elementary School, Brookwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gwin Oaks Elementary School?
1,077 students attend Gwin Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Gwin Oaks Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gwin Oaks Elementary School?
Gwin Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gwin Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Gwin Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gwin Oaks Elementary School part of?
Gwin Oaks Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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