Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kilough Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Kilough Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Dawsonville, GA, covering an area of approximately 21.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kilough Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kilough Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kilough Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kilough Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#490 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-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 Kilough Elementary School's ranking?
Kilough Elementary School is ranked #490 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kilough Elementary School often compared to?
Kilough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black's Mill Elementary School, Riverview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kilough Elementary School?
461 students attend Kilough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Kilough Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kilough Elementary School?
Kilough Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kilough Elementary School offer ?
Kilough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kilough Elementary School part of?
Kilough Elementary School is part of Dawson County School District.
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