Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William M.boyd Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William M.boyd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William M.boyd Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William M.boyd Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William M.boyd Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#2164 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
96%
36%
White
n/a
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William M.boyd Elementary School's ranking?
William M.boyd Elementary School is ranked #2164 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are William M.boyd Elementary School often compared to?
William M.boyd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bolton Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend William M.boyd Elementary School?
503 students attend William M.boyd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of William M.boyd Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William M.boyd Elementary School?
William M.boyd Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William M.boyd Elementary School offer ?
William M.boyd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is William M.boyd Elementary School part of?
William M.boyd Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is William M.boyd Elementary School located?
William M.boyd Elementary School is located in the Rockdale neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
Teachers at this school give a Herculean effort to support all children who attend. They are regularly found at school until 5:00 and even later. Children who remain at B old for their elementary education are very well prepared for middle school. They should be a blue ribbon school!
5 7/11/2011
THE FACILITY AND GROUNDS ARE ALWAYS CLEAN AND WELCOMING AS WELL AS THE STAFF.
WILLIAM M. ELEMENTARY IS VEY ORGANIZED WHICH IS IMPRESSIVE AND THEY LOVE THEIR STUDENTS! THE LEVEL OF PARENT INVOLVEMENT IS ALSO EXCELLENT! MY OLDEST DAUGHTER ATTENDED WILLIAM BOYD HER KINDERGARDEN YEAR AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO HER POSSIBLY ATTENDING FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR
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