Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Douglas 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 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 97% 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: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Douglas Elementary School serves the northern part of Douglasville, GA, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Douglas Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Douglas 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 North Douglas Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1648 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
18%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-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 North Douglas Elementary School's ranking?
North Douglas Elementary School is ranked #1648 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Douglas Elementary School often compared to?
North Douglas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hal Hutchens Elementary School, Bright Star Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend North Douglas Elementary School?
537 students attend North Douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of North Douglas Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Douglas Elementary School?
North Douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Douglas Elementary School offer ?
North Douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Douglas Elementary School part of?
North Douglas Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District.
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