Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clarkdale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clarkdale Elementary School's student population of 785 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarkdale 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 Clarkdale Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#899 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
40%
20%
Black
49%
36%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkdale Elementary School's ranking?
Clarkdale Elementary School is ranked #899 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Clarkdale Elementary School often compared to?
Clarkdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Austell Elementary School, Sanders Elementary School, Hendricks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clarkdale Elementary School?
785 students attend Clarkdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Clarkdale Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarkdale Elementary School?
Clarkdale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarkdale Elementary School offer ?
Clarkdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarkdale Elementary School part of?
Clarkdale Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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