Serving 802 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pitner Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pitner Elementary School serves the northern part of Acworth, GA, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pitner Elementary School's student population of 802 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
802 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respectful. Responsible. Empowered.
School Rankings
Pitner Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pitner Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#678 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pitner Elementary School's ranking?
Pitner Elementary School is ranked #678 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pitner Elementary School often compared to?
Pitner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chalker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pitner Elementary School?
802 students attend Pitner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Pitner Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pitner Elementary School?
Pitner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pitner Elementary School offer ?
Pitner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pitner Elementary School part of?
Pitner Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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