Serving 1,507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ivy Creek 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 75% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ivy Creek Elementary School serves the northeast part of Buford, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ivy Creek 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
Ivy Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,507 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,507 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ivy Creek 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 Ivy Creek 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. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
27%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-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 Ivy Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Ivy Creek 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 Ivy Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Ivy Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patrick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ivy Creek Elementary School?
1,507 students attend Ivy Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Ivy Creek Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ivy Creek Elementary School?
Ivy Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ivy Creek Elementary School offer ?
Ivy Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ivy Creek Elementary School part of?
Ivy Creek Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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