Serving 1,145 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nickajack 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 39% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nickajack Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nickajack Elementary School's student population of 1,145 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nickajack Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nickajack Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
53%
36%
White
24%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nickajack Elementary School's ranking?
Nickajack Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Nickajack Elementary School often compared to?
Nickajack Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Nickajack Elementary School?
1,145 students attend Nickajack Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Nickajack Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nickajack Elementary School?
Nickajack Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nickajack Elementary School offer ?
Nickajack Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nickajack Elementary School part of?
Nickajack Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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