Serving 766 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Varner 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 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Varner Elementary School's student population of 766 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Varner 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 Varner Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#663 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
58%
36%
White
14%
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
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varner Elementary School's ranking?
Varner Elementary School is ranked #663 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Varner Elementary School often compared to?
Varner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kemp Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Varner Elementary School?
766 students attend Varner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Varner Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Varner Elementary School?
Varner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Varner Elementary School offer ?
Varner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Varner Elementary School part of?
Varner Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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