Serving 831 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holly Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Holly Springs Elementary School serves the southern part of Canton, GA, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holly Springs Elementary School's student population of 831 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
831 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Holly Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holly Springs Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#713 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
7%
36%
White
63%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holly Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Holly Springs Elementary School is ranked #713 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Holly Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Holly Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Knoll Elementary School, Hickory Flat Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Holly Springs Elementary School?
831 students attend Holly Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Holly Springs Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holly Springs Elementary School?
Holly Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holly Springs Elementary School offer ?
Holly Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holly Springs Elementary School part of?
Holly Springs Elementary School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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