Serving 933 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arcado Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcado Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Arcado Elementary School's student population of 933 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arcado Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcado Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#614 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
29%
5%
Hispanic
33%
19%
Black
23%
36%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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 Arcado Elementary School's ranking?
Arcado Elementary School is ranked #614 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Arcado Elementary School often compared to?
Arcado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camp Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Arcado Elementary School?
933 students attend Arcado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Arcado Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcado Elementary School?
Arcado Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arcado Elementary School offer ?
Arcado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Arcado Elementary School part of?
Arcado Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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