Serving 705 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Varner Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 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: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Varner Elementary School serves the southwest part of Powder Springs, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Varner Elementary School's student population of 705 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Varner 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 Varner Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#769 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varner Elementary School's ranking?
Varner Elementary School is ranked #769 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Varner Elementary School often compared to?
Varner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kemp Elementary School, Still Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Varner Elementary School?
705 students attend Varner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Varner Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Varner Elementary School?
Varner Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Varner Elementary School offer ?
Varner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Varner Elementary School part of?
Varner Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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