Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mount Carmel Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount Carmel Elementary School is located in the west part of Hampton, GA, serving an area of approximately 22.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Carmel Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Carmel Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Carmel Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#932 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
59%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Carmel Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Carmel Elementary School is ranked #932 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mount Carmel Elementary School?
547 students attend Mount Carmel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mount Carmel Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Carmel Elementary School?
Mount Carmel Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Carmel Elementary School offer ?
Mount Carmel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Carmel Elementary School part of?
Mount Carmel Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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