Serving 916 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Haw Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (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 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haw Creek 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
School Overview
Haw Creek Elementary School's student population of 916 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Haw Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haw Creek Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#94 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
28%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
3%
36%
White
56%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haw Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Haw Creek Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Haw Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Haw Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% 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 Haw Creek Elementary School?
916 students attend Haw Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Haw Creek Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haw Creek Elementary School?
Haw Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Haw Creek Elementary School offer ?
Haw Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Haw Creek Elementary School part of?
Haw Creek Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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