Serving 1,106 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodward Mill 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodward Mill Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Lawrenceville, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodward Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Woodward Mill Elementary School's student population of 1,106 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,106 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Cubs
School Rankings
Woodward Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodward Mill Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#275 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-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 Woodward Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Woodward Mill Elementary School is ranked #275 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Woodward Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Woodward Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dyer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Woodward Mill Elementary School?
1,106 students attend Woodward Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Woodward Mill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodward Mill Elementary School?
Woodward Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodward Mill Elementary School offer ?
Woodward Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodward Mill Elementary School part of?
Woodward Mill Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this is the best school ever nice kids and nice teachers
5 10/10/2025
The teachers are super nice and amazing! It is a real connection between students and teachers.
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