Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Atkinson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atkinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Atkinson Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atkinson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atkinson Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1291 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
31%
36%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atkinson Elementary School's ranking?
Atkinson Elementary School is ranked #1291 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Atkinson Elementary School often compared to?
Atkinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Welch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Atkinson Elementary School?
410 students attend Atkinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Atkinson Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atkinson Elementary School?
Atkinson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atkinson Elementary School offer ?
Atkinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Atkinson Elementary School part of?
Atkinson Elementary School is part of Coweta County School District.
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