Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peeples Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Peeples Elementary School serves the southern part of Fayetteville, GA, covering an area of approximately 33.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peeples 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
Peeples Elementary School's student population of 658 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peeples Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peeples Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#66 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
5%
36%
White
74%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peeples Elementary School's ranking?
Peeples Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Peeples Elementary School often compared to?
Peeples Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sara Harp Minter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Peeples Elementary School?
658 students attend Peeples Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Peeples Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peeples Elementary School?
Peeples Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peeples Elementary School offer ?
Peeples Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peeples Elementary School part of?
Peeples Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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