Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Myers 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Myers Elementary School serves the southern part of Gainesville, GA, covering an area of approximately 19.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Myers Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Myers 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 Myers Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1706 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
80%
20%
Black
3%
36%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myers Elementary School's ranking?
Myers Elementary School is ranked #1706 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Myers Elementary School often compared to?
Myers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sugar Hill Elementary School, Chestnut Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Myers Elementary School?
524 students attend Myers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Myers Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myers Elementary School?
Myers Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Myers Elementary School offer ?
Myers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myers Elementary School part of?
Myers Elementary School is part of Hall County School District.
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