Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William M. Mcgarrah 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School's student population of 649 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
William M. Mcgarrah 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. Mcgarrah Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1748 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
61%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School's ranking?
William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School is ranked #1748 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School often compared to?
William M. Mcgarrah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberta T. Smith Elementary School, Morrow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School?
649 students attend William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School?
William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School offer ?
William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School part of?
William M. Mcgarrah Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
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