Serving 1,060 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gwin Oaks 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 69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 74% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), 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: 1,060 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gwin Oaks 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
Gwin Oaks Elementary School's student population of 1,060 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,060 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gwin Oaks 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 Gwin Oaks Elementary School is 0.78, 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)
69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
22%
36%
White
26%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Gwin Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Gwin Oaks Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gwin Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Gwin Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gwin Oaks Elementary School?
1,060 students attend Gwin Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Gwin Oaks Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gwin Oaks Elementary School?
Gwin Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gwin Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Gwin Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gwin Oaks Elementary School part of?
Gwin Oaks Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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