Serving 697 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ashford Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashford Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ashford Park Elementary School's student population of 697 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashford Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashford Park Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#202 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashford Park Elementary School's ranking?
Ashford Park Elementary School is ranked #202 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ashford Park Elementary School often compared to?
Ashford Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ashford Park Elementary School?
697 students attend Ashford Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ashford Park Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashford Park Elementary School?
Ashford Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashford Park Elementary School offer ?
Ashford Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ashford Park Elementary School part of?
Ashford Park Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashford Park Elementary School located?
Ashford Park Elementary School is located in the Ashford Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of 1st Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of 2nd Semester
January 07, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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