Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sagamore Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sagamore Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sagamore Hills Elementary School's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Sagamore Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sagamore Hills Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
18%
36%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sagamore Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Sagamore Hills Elementary School is ranked #319 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sagamore Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Sagamore Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sagamore Hills Elementary School?
428 students attend Sagamore Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sagamore Hills Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sagamore Hills Elementary School?
Sagamore Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sagamore Hills Elementary School offer ?
Sagamore Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sagamore Hills Elementary School part of?
Sagamore Hills Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Sagamore Hills Elementary School located?
Sagamore Hills Elementary School is located in the Sagamore Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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