Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sharp Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharp Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sharp Creek Elementary School's student population of 561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sharp Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharp Creek Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#814 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
23%
36%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharp Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sharp Creek Elementary School is ranked #814 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sharp Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Sharp Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Sand Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sharp Creek Elementary School?
561 students attend Sharp Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sharp Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharp Creek Elementary School?
Sharp Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sharp Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sharp Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sharp Creek Elementary School part of?
Sharp Creek Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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