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#126 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 6% in state

Ashford Park Elementary School

Elementary School · DeKalb County

2968 Cravenridge Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

Enrollment

725

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#126 of 2,268

In Atlanta

#15 of 136

public schools

In district

#9 of 131

DeKalb County

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.9/10

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About Ashford Park Elementary School

Ashford Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of DeKalb County. Ashford Park Elementary School serves approximately 725 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashford Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #126 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Ashford Park Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares3.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.9
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.1% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.2% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+31 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.4 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism7.7%

Ashford Park Elementary School — Students at Ashford Park Elementary School score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 77.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2024
Math
73.1%
ELA
72.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Ashford Park Elementary School Compares

See how Ashford Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in GA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2968 Cravenridge Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ashford Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLOBE Academy Charter School I (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Montgomery Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Brookhaven), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John Robert Lewis Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Brookhaven), a more accessible option. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARTIN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Atlanta 0.6 mi 6.1
THE PIEDMONT SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Brookhaven 0.7 mi
John Robert Lewis Elementary School Brookhaven 0.9 mi 7.2
OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Atlanta 0.9 mi 5.9
DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School Atlanta 0.9 mi 3.8
Chamblee Middle School Chamblee 1.7 mi 8.3
Montclair Elementary School Brookhaven 1.8 mi 2.5
Chamblee High School Chamblee 1.9 mi 6.7
MARIST SCHOOL Atlanta 2.0 mi 5.0
Dresden Elementary School Chamblee 1.7 mi 2.9
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Atlanta 1.8 mi 5.4
Cross Keys High School Brookhaven 2.3 mi 3.7
Woodward Elementary School Brookhaven 2.4 mi 5.5
MORAH CAROLS PLACE Atlanta 2.4 mi
Montgomery Elementary School Brookhaven 2.5 mi 8.3
PEACHTREE ROAD LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Atlanta 2.3 mi
CAPSTONE ACADEMY ATLANTA Atlanta 2.7 mi 6.0
CHAMBLEE METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Chamblee 2.7 mi
ATLANTA MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 2.8 mi 7.2
GLOBE Academy Charter School I Atlanta 2.5 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30319 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,847

Median Home Value

$708,700

Median Rent

$1,861/mo

Population

45,382

College Educated

78%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

36.7

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C. B. Watson Primary School Warner Robins, GA 8.9
Chesnut Elementary School Dunwoody, GA 8.9
Cogburn Woods Elementary School Alpharetta, GA 8.9
Crabapple Lane Elementary School Peachtree City, GA 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ashford Park Elementary School

What grades does Ashford Park Elementary School serve?

Ashford Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ashford Park Elementary School?

Ashford Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 725 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ashford Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ashford Park Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ashford Park Elementary School rank in GA?

Ashford Park Elementary School ranks #126 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Ashford Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ashford Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ashford Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ashford Park Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ashford Park Elementary School a charter school?

No, Ashford Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ashford Park Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ashford Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ashford Park Elementary School?

16.0% of students at Ashford Park Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
725
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

District

DeKalb County
District Enrollment
91,398
Schools in District
131
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,368
District Rank
#9 of 131

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