Serving 946 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Welch Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 69% 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: 946 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Welch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Welch Elementary School's student population of 946 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
946 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Welch 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 Welch Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#713 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
44%
36%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Welch Elementary School's ranking?
Welch Elementary School is ranked #713 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Welch Elementary School often compared to?
Welch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poplar Road Elementary School, Willis Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Welch Elementary School?
946 students attend Welch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Welch Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Welch Elementary School?
Welch Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Welch Elementary School offer ?
Welch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Welch Elementary School part of?
Welch Elementary School is part of Coweta County School District.
School Reviews
4 11/7/2022
This school is great!! I have attended this school since 3rd grade I've had some ups and downs but it is a very good school. I'm in middle school now.
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