Serving 999 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patrick Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 999 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Patrick Elementary School serves the northeast part of Buford, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Patrick Elementary School's student population of 999 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
999 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Patrick Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#308 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Patrick Elementary School's ranking?
Patrick Elementary School is ranked #308 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Patrick Elementary School often compared to?
Patrick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ivy Creek Elementary School, Harmony Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Patrick Elementary School?
999 students attend Patrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Patrick Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patrick Elementary School?
Patrick Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patrick Elementary School offer ?
Patrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patrick Elementary School part of?
Patrick Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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