Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Villa Rica Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 51% 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: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Villa Rica Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Villa Rica Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Villa Rica 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 Villa Rica Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#853 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
26%
36%
White
49%
35%
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
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Villa Rica Elementary School's ranking?
Villa Rica Elementary School is ranked #853 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Villa Rica Elementary School often compared to?
Villa Rica Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glanton-hindsman Elementary School, Ithica Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Villa Rica Elementary School?
475 students attend Villa Rica Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Villa Rica Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Villa Rica Elementary School?
Villa Rica Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Villa Rica Elementary School offer ?
Villa Rica Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Villa Rica Elementary School part of?
Villa Rica Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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