Serving 972 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 29% of the student body (majority 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: 972 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central 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
Central Elementary School's student population of 972 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
972 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#158 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
71%
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
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sharp Creek Elementary School, Carrollton Elementary School, Sand Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
972 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Central Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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