Serving 1,057 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kelly Mill 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 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,057 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelly Mill 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
Kelly Mill Elementary School's student population of 1,057 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,057 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kelly Mill 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 Kelly Mill Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#198 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
59%
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
6%
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 Kelly Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Kelly Mill Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kelly Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Kelly Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kelly Mill Elementary School?
1,057 students attend Kelly Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kelly Mill Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelly Mill Elementary School?
Kelly Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kelly Mill Elementary School offer ?
Kelly Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kelly Mill Elementary School part of?
Kelly Mill 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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