Serving 1,104 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kelly Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelly Mill Elementary serves the west part of Cumming, GA, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelly Mill 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
Kelly Mill Elementary School's student population of 1,104 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,104 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelly Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelly Mill Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#168 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
35%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
4%
36%
White
45%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelly Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Kelly Mill Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kelly Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Kelly Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kelly Mill Elementary School?
1,104 students attend Kelly Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Kelly Mill Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelly Mill Elementary School?
Kelly Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kelly Mill Elementary School offer ?
Kelly Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelly Mill Elementary School part of?
Kelly Mill Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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