Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chesnut Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesnut Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Chesnut Elementary School's student population of 551 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chesnut Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesnut Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#606 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
32%
36%
White
24%
34%
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
44%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesnut Elementary School's ranking?
Chesnut Elementary School is ranked #606 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chesnut Elementary School often compared to?
Chesnut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunwoody Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Chesnut Elementary School?
551 students attend Chesnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Chesnut Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesnut Elementary School?
Chesnut Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesnut Elementary School offer ?
Chesnut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chesnut Elementary School part of?
Chesnut Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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