Serving 875 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School's student population of 875 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#488 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
33%
36%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School is ranked #488 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Brandon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School?
875 students attend Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School?
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School offer ?
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School part of?
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School located?
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School is located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 5 other public schools located in Buckhead.
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