Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Powers Ferry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powers Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Powers Ferry Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We ARE Powers Ferry!
School Rankings
Powers Ferry 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 Powers Ferry Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1158 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
52%
19%
Black
33%
36%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powers Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Powers Ferry Elementary School is ranked #1158 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Powers Ferry Elementary School often compared to?
Powers Ferry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brumby Elementary School, Sope Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Powers Ferry Elementary School?
388 students attend Powers Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Powers Ferry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powers Ferry Elementary School?
Powers Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powers Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Powers Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powers Ferry Elementary School part of?
Powers Ferry Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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