Serving 672 students in grades Kindergarten-5, White Oak 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 74% (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 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Oak 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
Diversity
School Overview
White Oak Elementary School's student population of 672 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
White Oak 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 White Oak 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
#92 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
17%
36%
White
50%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Oak Elementary School's ranking?
White Oak Elementary School is ranked #92 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are White Oak Elementary School often compared to?
White Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore Elementary School, Sugar Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% 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 White Oak Elementary School?
672 students attend White Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of White Oak Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of White Oak Elementary School?
White Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does White Oak Elementary School offer ?
White Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is White Oak Elementary School part of?
White Oak Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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