Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William J. Scott Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William J. Scott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William J. Scott Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William J. Scott Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William J. Scott Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2002 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
86%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
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 William J. Scott Elementary School's ranking?
William J. Scott Elementary School is ranked #2002 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are William J. Scott Elementary School often compared to?
William J. Scott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William M.boyd Elementary School, Westside Atlanta Charter School, Miles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend William J. Scott Elementary School?
312 students attend William J. Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of William J. Scott Elementary School students are Black, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William J. Scott Elementary School?
William J. Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William J. Scott Elementary School offer ?
William J. Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William J. Scott Elementary School part of?
William J. Scott Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is William J. Scott Elementary School located?
William J. Scott Elementary School is located in the Scotts Crossing neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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