Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lewis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lewis Elementary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#440 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
38%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis Elementary School is ranked #440 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lewis Elementary School often compared to?
Lewis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennesaw Elementary School, Bullard Elementary School, Hayes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lewis Elementary School?
531 students attend Lewis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lewis Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis Elementary School?
Lewis Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewis Elementary School offer ?
Lewis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lewis Elementary School part of?
Lewis Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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