Serving 775 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jenkins Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jenkins Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lawrenceville, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jenkins Elementary School's student population of 775 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating the Path and Leading the Way
School Rankings
Jenkins 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 Jenkins Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#977 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-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 Jenkins Elementary School's ranking?
Jenkins Elementary School is ranked #977 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jenkins Elementary School often compared to?
Jenkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simonton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jenkins Elementary School?
775 students attend Jenkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jenkins Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jenkins Elementary School?
Jenkins Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jenkins Elementary School offer ?
Jenkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jenkins Elementary School part of?
Jenkins Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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