Serving 928 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sharon 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 84% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon 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
School Overview
Sharon Elementary School's student population of 928 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sharon 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 Sharon Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#56 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
4%
36%
White
48%
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
3%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon Elementary School's ranking?
Sharon Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sharon Elementary School often compared to?
Sharon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johns Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sharon Elementary School?
928 students attend Sharon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sharon Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharon Elementary School?
Sharon Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sharon Elementary School offer ?
Sharon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sharon Elementary School part of?
Sharon Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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