Serving 1,181 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George W. Whitlow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W. Whitlow 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
Diversity
School Overview
George W. Whitlow Elementary School's student population of 1,181 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George W. Whitlow 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 George W. Whitlow Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#126 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
36%
5%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
6%
36%
White
32%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W. Whitlow Elementary School's ranking?
George W. Whitlow Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend George W. Whitlow Elementary School?
1,181 students attend George W. Whitlow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of George W. Whitlow Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George W. Whitlow Elementary School?
George W. Whitlow Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does George W. Whitlow Elementary School offer ?
George W. Whitlow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is George W. Whitlow Elementary School part of?
George W. Whitlow Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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