Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William J. Scott 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William J. Scott 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
William J. Scott Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence in Education
School Rankings
William J. Scott 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 William J. Scott Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#1748 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
80%
36%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William J. Scott Elementary School's ranking?
William J. Scott Elementary School is ranked #1748 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are William J. Scott Elementary School often compared to?
William J. Scott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William M.boyd Elementary School, Westside Atlanta Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend William J. Scott Elementary School?
319 students attend William J. Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of William J. Scott Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William J. Scott Elementary School?
William J. Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William J. Scott Elementary School offer ?
William J. Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William J. Scott Elementary School part of?
William J. Scott Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is William J. Scott Elementary School located?
William J. Scott Elementary School is located in the Scotts Crossing neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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