Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shakerag 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 84% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shakerag 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
Shakerag Elementary School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shakerag Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shakerag Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#24 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
60%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
12%
36%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Shakerag Elementary School's ranking?
Shakerag Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Shakerag Elementary School often compared to?
Shakerag Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Shakerag Elementary School?
660 students attend Shakerag Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Shakerag Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shakerag Elementary School?
Shakerag Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shakerag Elementary School offer ?
Shakerag Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shakerag Elementary School part of?
Shakerag Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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