Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Fayette Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 94% 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: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Fayette Elementary School serves the northern part of Fayetteville, GA, covering an area of approximately 21.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 4.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Fayette Elementary School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat 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
616 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Fayette Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Fayette Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#504 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Fayette Elementary School's ranking?
North Fayette Elementary School is ranked #504 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Fayette Elementary School often compared to?
North Fayette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fayetteville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend North Fayette Elementary School?
616 students attend North Fayette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of North Fayette Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Fayette Elementary School?
North Fayette Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Fayette Elementary School offer ?
North Fayette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Fayette Elementary School part of?
North Fayette Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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