Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Johnston 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 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Johnston Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Johnston Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnston Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#404 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
5%
36%
White
59%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnston Elementary School's ranking?
Johnston Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Johnston Elementary School often compared to?
Johnston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Johnston Elementary School?
494 students attend Johnston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Johnston Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnston Elementary School?
Johnston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnston Elementary School offer ?
Johnston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnston Elementary School part of?
Johnston Elementary School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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