Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cornelia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornelia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cornelia Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cornelia 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 Cornelia Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1225 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
63%
19%
Black
4%
36%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornelia Elementary School's ranking?
Cornelia Elementary School is ranked #1225 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cornelia Elementary School?
465 students attend Cornelia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cornelia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornelia Elementary School?
Cornelia Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cornelia Elementary School offer ?
Cornelia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cornelia Elementary School part of?
Cornelia Elementary School is part of Habersham County School District.
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Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School/ Early Release (Events)
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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