Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William M.boyd 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 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boyd Elementary School serves the northwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the furthest distance from the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William M.boyd Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
William M.boyd Elementary School 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 William M.boyd Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#2074 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 William M.boyd Elementary School's ranking?
William M.boyd Elementary School is ranked #2074 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are William M.boyd Elementary School often compared to?
William M.boyd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William J. Scott Elementary School, Bolton Academy Elementary School, Bazoline E. Usher/collier Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend William M.boyd Elementary School?
439 students attend William M.boyd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of William M.boyd Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William M.boyd Elementary School?
William M.boyd Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William M.boyd Elementary School offer ?
William M.boyd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William M.boyd Elementary School part of?
William M.boyd Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is William M.boyd Elementary School located?
William M.boyd Elementary School is located in the Rockdale neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
THE FACILITY AND GROUNDS ARE ALWAYS CLEAN AND WELCOMING AS WELL AS THE STAFF.
WILLIAM M. ELEMENTARY IS VEY ORGANIZED WHICH IS IMPRESSIVE AND THEY LOVE THEIR STUDENTS! THE LEVEL OF PARENT INVOLVEMENT IS ALSO EXCELLENT! MY OLDEST DAUGHTER ATTENDED WILLIAM BOYD HER KINDERGARDEN YEAR AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO HER POSSIBLY ATTENDING FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR
5 10/10/2025
Teachers at this school give a Herculean effort to support all children who attend. They are regularly found at school until 5:00 and even later. Children who remain at B old for their elementary education are very well prepared for middle school. They should be a blue ribbon school!
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