Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Powers Ferry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority 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: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powers Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Powers Ferry Elementary School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Powers Ferry Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powers Ferry Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1248 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
49%
18%
Black
36%
36%
White
10%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powers Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Powers Ferry Elementary School is ranked #1248 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Powers Ferry Elementary School often compared to?
Powers Ferry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brumby Elementary School, Sope Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Powers Ferry Elementary School?
413 students attend Powers Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Powers Ferry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powers Ferry Elementary School?
Powers Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powers Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Powers Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Powers Ferry Elementary School part of?
Powers Ferry Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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