Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tunnel Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tunnel Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Tunnel Hill Elementary School's student population of 303 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Rankings
Tunnel Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tunnel Hill Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#815 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Tunnel Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Tunnel Hill Elementary School is ranked #815 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Tunnel Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Tunnel Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hope Elementary School, Varnell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Tunnel Hill Elementary School?
303 students attend Tunnel Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Tunnel Hill Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tunnel Hill Elementary School?
Tunnel Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tunnel Hill Elementary School offer ?
Tunnel Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tunnel Hill Elementary School part of?
Tunnel Hill Elementary School is part of Whitfield County School District.
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