Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcgarity Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgarity Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mcgarity Elementary School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcgarity Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcgarity Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#948 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
37%
36%
White
44%
35%
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
51%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgarity Elementary School's ranking?
Mcgarity Elementary School is ranked #948 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mcgarity Elementary School often compared to?
Mcgarity Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiram Elementary School, C. A. Roberts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mcgarity Elementary School?
601 students attend Mcgarity Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mcgarity Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcgarity Elementary School?
Mcgarity Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcgarity Elementary School offer ?
Mcgarity Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mcgarity Elementary School part of?
Mcgarity Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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