Serving 781 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roberta T. Smith 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 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roberta T. Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Roberta T. Smith Elementary School's student population of 781 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roberta T. Smith 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 Roberta T. Smith Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1958 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
25%
18%
Black
68%
36%
White
1%
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
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roberta T. Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Roberta T. Smith Elementary School is ranked #1958 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Roberta T. Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Roberta T. Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School, Riverdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Roberta T. Smith Elementary School?
781 students attend Roberta T. Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Roberta T. Smith Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roberta T. Smith Elementary School?
Roberta T. Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roberta T. Smith Elementary School offer ?
Roberta T. Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roberta T. Smith Elementary School part of?
Roberta T. Smith Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
School Reviews
1 6/30/2018
No practical application is taught, therefore problem-solving skills have to be taught at home. Facualtys main concern seems to be passing standardized tests rather than teaching the skills necessary to succeed. It is difficult to get problems addressed when dealing with staff.
2 12/6/2016
26.6 % overall test scores? This school needs some additional resources. They like to say the parents need to be more active, but this also reveals issues with the falculties teaching methods.
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