Serving 794 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Puckett's Mill 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 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Puckett's Mill Elementary School serves the northeast part of Dacula, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puckett's Mill 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
Puckett's Mill Elementary School's student population of 794 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Puckett's Mill 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 Puckett's Mill Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#56 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
20%
36%
White
43%
34%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puckett's Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Puckett's Mill Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Puckett's Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Puckett's Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duncan Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Puckett's Mill Elementary School?
794 students attend Puckett's Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Puckett's Mill Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Puckett's Mill Elementary School?
Puckett's Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Puckett's Mill Elementary School offer ?
Puckett's Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puckett's Mill Elementary School part of?
Puckett's Mill Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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