Serving 635 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hal Hutchens Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 63% 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: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hal Hutchens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hal Hutchens Elementary School's student population of 635 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hal Hutchens 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 Hal Hutchens Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1286 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
17%
18%
Black
39%
36%
White
37%
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
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hal Hutchens Elementary School's ranking?
Hal Hutchens Elementary School is ranked #1286 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hal Hutchens Elementary School often compared to?
Hal Hutchens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Douglas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hal Hutchens Elementary School?
635 students attend Hal Hutchens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hal Hutchens Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hal Hutchens Elementary School?
Hal Hutchens Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hal Hutchens Elementary School offer ?
Hal Hutchens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hal Hutchens Elementary School part of?
Hal Hutchens 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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