Serving 1,079 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sope Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,079 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sope Creek 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
Sope Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,079 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,079 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sope Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sope Creek 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
#14 out of 2204 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
7%
36%
White
57%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
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 Sope Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sope Creek Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sope Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Sope Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brumby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sope Creek Elementary School?
1,079 students attend Sope Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sope Creek Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sope Creek Elementary School?
Sope Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sope Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sope Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sope Creek Elementary School part of?
Sope Creek Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2023
Best school experience I think I have ever/will ever have! The staff is incredibly friendly and was the place to spend 6 years.
5 4/9/2015
This is the best school ever! I am totally fit and ready to go to middle school.
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