Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Prospect Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Prospect 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
New Prospect Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Prospect Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Prospect Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#108 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
33%
5%
Hispanic
17%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
31%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 New Prospect Elementary School's ranking?
New Prospect Elementary School is ranked #108 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are New Prospect Elementary School often compared to?
New Prospect Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dolvin Elementary School, Barnwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend New Prospect Elementary School?
504 students attend New Prospect Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of New Prospect Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Prospect Elementary School?
New Prospect Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Prospect Elementary School offer ?
New Prospect Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is New Prospect Elementary School part of?
New Prospect Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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