Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cottrell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cottrell Elementary School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Cottrell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottrell Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#649 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
1%
36%
White
87%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Cottrell Elementary School's ranking?
Cottrell Elementary School is ranked #649 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cottrell Elementary School often compared to?
Cottrell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackburn Elementary School, Long Branch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cottrell Elementary School?
580 students attend Cottrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cottrell Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cottrell Elementary School?
Cottrell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cottrell Elementary School offer ?
Cottrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottrell Elementary School part of?
Cottrell Elementary School is part of Lumpkin County School District.
School Calendar
View the Cottrell Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 01, 2025 (Friday)
Fall Break- No school
September 29, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break- No school
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of 1st semester/ End of 2nd nine weeks
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
First day of 2nd semester
January 05, 2026 (Monday)
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