Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles L. Gideons 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School's student population of 311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles L. Gideons Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#2095 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
88%
36%
White
4%
34%
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
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles L. Gideons Elementary School's ranking?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School is ranked #2095 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Charles L. Gideons Elementary School often compared to?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Charles L. Gideons Elementary School?
311 students attend Charles L. Gideons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Charles L. Gideons Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles L. Gideons Elementary School?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles L. Gideons Elementary School offer ?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles L. Gideons Elementary School part of?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles L. Gideons Elementary School located?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School is located in the Pittsburgh neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Horrible!! Constant bullying while teachers and principal turn their heads. Traffic chaos. No clear directions. One way entrance continuously violated. I guess a child needs to be hit before they will take action.
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