Peterson Elementary School serves 184 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
184 students
Showing 1996–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
15 teachers
Showing 1995–2004. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
98%
36%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
63%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Peterson Elementary School?
184 students attend Peterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Peterson Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Peterson Elementary School offer ?
Peterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Peterson Elementary School part of?
Peterson Elementary School is part of Atlanta Public Schools.
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