Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Winnona Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winnona Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Winnona Park Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Winnona Park Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
11%
36%
White
70%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Winnona Park Elementary School often compared to?
Winnona Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakhurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
How many students attend Winnona Park Elementary School?
345 students attend Winnona Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Winnona Park Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winnona Park Elementary School?
Winnona Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winnona Park Elementary School offer ?
Winnona Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Winnona Park Elementary School part of?
Winnona Park Elementary School is part of City Schools Of Decatur School District.
In what neighborhood is Winnona Park Elementary School located?
Winnona Park Elementary School is located in the Winnona Park neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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CSD Last Day of School
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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