Serving 629 students in grades 4-5, Cartersville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cartersville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cartersville Elementary School's student population of 629 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Motto
Building Legacies . . . One Student at a Time
School Rankings
Cartersville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cartersville Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#737 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
19%
36%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cartersville Elementary School's ranking?
Cartersville Elementary School is ranked #737 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cartersville Elementary School?
629 students attend Cartersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cartersville Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cartersville Elementary School?
Cartersville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cartersville Elementary School offer ?
Cartersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cartersville Elementary School part of?
Cartersville Elementary School is part of Cartersville City School District.
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