Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The John Hope-Charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools serve the east part of Atlanta, GA, within an attendance zone of approximately 2 square miles. Families living in this area can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most residents located within about 0.9 miles of the school and the furthest edge being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools's student population of 423 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools is 0.39, which is less 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
#1844 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
77%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)35%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools's ranking?
The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools is ranked #1844 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools?
423 students attend The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools students are Black, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools?
The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools offer ?
The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools part of?
The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools located?
The John Hope-charles Walter Hill Elementary Schools is located in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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