Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mulberry Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mulberry Creek Elementary School's student population of 544 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mulberry Creek 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 Mulberry Creek Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#665 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
9%
36%
White
78%
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
17%
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 Mulberry Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Mulberry Creek Elementary School is ranked #665 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mulberry Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Mulberry Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Mountain Hill Elementary School, Pine Ridge Elementary School, Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mulberry Creek Elementary School?
544 students attend Mulberry Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mulberry Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mulberry Creek Elementary School?
Mulberry Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mulberry Creek Elementary School offer ?
Mulberry Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Mulberry Creek Elementary School part of?
Mulberry Creek Elementary School is part of Harris County School District.
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