Serving 878 students in grades 4-6, Calhoun Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calhoun Elementary School's student population of 878 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calhoun Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calhoun Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#818 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
36%
18%
Black
7%
36%
White
49%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun Elementary School's ranking?
Calhoun Elementary School is ranked #818 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Calhoun Elementary School often compared to?
Calhoun Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Calhoun Elementary School?
878 students attend Calhoun Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Calhoun Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calhoun Elementary School?
Calhoun Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun Elementary School offer ?
Calhoun Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Calhoun Elementary School part of?
Calhoun Elementary School is part of Calhoun City School District.
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