Serving 883 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Taylor 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 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Taylor Elementary School serves the northern part of Lawrenceville, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor 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
Taylor Elementary School's student population of 883 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
883 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Lead, Learn, Serve, and Soar
School Rankings
Taylor 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 Taylor Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#306 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Taylor Elementary School is ranked #306 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Taylor Elementary School often compared to?
Taylor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Taylor Elementary School?
883 students attend Taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Taylor Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor Elementary School?
Taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taylor Elementary School offer ?
Taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor Elementary School part of?
Taylor Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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