Serving 780 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Puckett's Mill 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 75% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puckett's Mill 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
Puckett's Mill Elementary School's student population of 780 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Puckett's Mill 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 Puckett's Mill Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#73 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
18%
36%
White
50%
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
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puckett's Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Puckett's Mill Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Puckett's Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Puckett's Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duncan Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Puckett's Mill Elementary School?
780 students attend Puckett's Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Puckett's Mill Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puckett's Mill Elementary School?
Puckett's Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Puckett's Mill Elementary School offer ?
Puckett's Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Puckett's Mill Elementary School part of?
Puckett's Mill Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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