Cartersville Primary School

Cartersville Primary School serves 1,467 students in pre-kindergarten through third grade in Cartersville, Georgia. As one of the larger elementary schools in Bartow County, it maintains a reasonable student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1 with 102 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school currently ranks #996 out of 2,271 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 56th percentile among Georgia schools.

Academic performance shows room for growth, with 39% of students achieving proficiency in English Language Arts and 49% reaching proficiency in mathematics across the grade levels served. The school's MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 reflects these developing academic outcomes as the school works to support student achievement in these foundational years. Located on Carter Grove Boulevard, Cartersville Primary sits within the 30120 ZIP code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $80,370 and median home values of $246,500.

The community of over 42,000 residents maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10.4%, though only 23% hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school serves families in a rural setting near the town of Cartersville, providing early elementary education in a close-knit community environment.

Located in a rural area, Cartersville Primary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.