Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mountain Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Park 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
Mountain Park Elementary School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Park 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 Mountain Park Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#279 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
26%
36%
White
24%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Park Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain Park Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mountain Park Elementary School often compared to?
Mountain Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camp Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mountain Park Elementary School?
646 students attend Mountain Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Mountain Park Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Park Elementary School?
Mountain Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mountain Park Elementary School offer ?
Mountain Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mountain Park Elementary School part of?
Mountain Park Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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