Serving 1,020 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodward Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodward Mill 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
Woodward Mill Elementary School's student population of 1,020 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodward Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodward Mill Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#264 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
31%
18%
Black
22%
36%
White
28%
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
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodward Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Woodward Mill Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Woodward Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Woodward Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dyer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Woodward Mill Elementary School?
1,020 students attend Woodward Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Woodward Mill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodward Mill Elementary School?
Woodward Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodward Mill Elementary School offer ?
Woodward Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Woodward Mill Elementary School part of?
Woodward Mill Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2020
The teachers are super nice and amazing! It is a real connection between students and teachers.
5 2/13/2014
this is the best school ever nice kids and nice teachers
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