Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Connie Dugan 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 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Connie Dugan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Connie Dugan Elementary School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Connie Dugan 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 Connie Dugan Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#747 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
37%
36%
White
43%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Connie Dugan Elementary School's ranking?
Connie Dugan Elementary School is ranked #747 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Connie Dugan Elementary School often compared to?
Connie Dugan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jones Elementary School, Nebo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Connie Dugan Elementary School?
662 students attend Connie Dugan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Connie Dugan Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Connie Dugan Elementary School?
Connie Dugan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Connie Dugan Elementary School offer ?
Connie Dugan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Connie Dugan Elementary School part of?
Connie Dugan Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Winter Break- Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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