Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pharr Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pharr 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pharr Elementary School's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pharr Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pharr Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
28%
18%
Black
38%
36%
White
18%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pharr Elementary School's ranking?
Pharr Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pharr Elementary School often compared to?
Pharr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pharr Elementary School?
699 students attend Pharr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Pharr Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pharr Elementary School?
Pharr Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pharr Elementary School offer ?
Pharr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pharr Elementary School part of?
Pharr Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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