Serving 682 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chalker Elementary School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chalker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chalker Elementary School's student population of 682 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Mascot
Chalker Cheetahs
School Rankings
Chalker 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 Chalker Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#827 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
25%
36%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chalker Cheetahs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chalker Elementary School's ranking?
Chalker Elementary School is ranked #827 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chalker Elementary School often compared to?
Chalker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pitner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Chalker Elementary School?
682 students attend Chalker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Chalker Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chalker Elementary School?
Chalker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chalker Elementary School offer ?
Chalker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chalker Elementary School part of?
Chalker Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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