Serving 773 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arnold 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 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arnold 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
Arnold Mill Elementary School's student population of 773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
773 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Arnold Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arnold Mill Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#264 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%

Hispanic
16%
19%

Black
6%
36%

White
68%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
59%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arnold Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Arnold Mill Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Arnold Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Arnold Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Arnold Mill Elementary School?
773 students attend Arnold Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Arnold Mill Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arnold Mill Elementary School?
Arnold Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arnold Mill Elementary School offer ?
Arnold Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Arnold Mill Elementary School part of?
Arnold Mill Elementary School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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