Serving 922 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mashburn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (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 56% 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: 922 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mashburn 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
Mashburn Elementary School's student population of 922 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
922 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mashburn 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 Mashburn Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#254 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
5%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
3%
36%
White
44%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mashburn Elementary School's ranking?
Mashburn Elementary School is ranked #254 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mashburn Elementary School?
922 students attend Mashburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mashburn Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mashburn Elementary School?
Mashburn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mashburn Elementary School offer ?
Mashburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mashburn Elementary School part of?
Mashburn 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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