Serving 845 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sweet Apple Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sweet Apple 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
School Overview
Sweet Apple Elementary School's student population of 845 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
845 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Motto
For the strength of the pack is the wolf and the strength of the wolf is the pack.
School Rankings
Sweet Apple Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweet Apple Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#30 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
4%
36%
White
76%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet Apple Elementary School's ranking?
Sweet Apple Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sweet Apple Elementary School often compared to?
Sweet Apple Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hembree Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sweet Apple Elementary School?
845 students attend Sweet Apple Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sweet Apple Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sweet Apple Elementary School?
Sweet Apple Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sweet Apple Elementary School offer ?
Sweet Apple Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sweet Apple Elementary School part of?
Sweet Apple Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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