Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joseph Humphries Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph Humphries Elementary School's student population of 237 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Running the Road to Excellence
School Rankings
Joseph Humphries Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Humphries Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1948 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
82%
36%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Humphries Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Humphries Elementary School is ranked #1948 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Joseph Humphries Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Humphries Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Academy Elementary School, Hapeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Humphries Elementary School?
237 students attend Joseph Humphries Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Joseph Humphries Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Humphries Elementary School?
Joseph Humphries Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph Humphries Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Humphries Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph Humphries Elementary School part of?
Joseph Humphries Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph Humphries Elementary School located?
Joseph Humphries Elementary School is located in the Orchard Knob neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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