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#1672 of 2,268 schools in GA
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School
Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools
897 Welch St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,672 of 2,268
In Atlanta
#102 of 136
public schools
In district
#60 of 86
Atlanta Public Schools
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Charles L. Gideons Elementary School
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About Charles L. Gideons Elementary School
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. Charles L.
Gideons Elementary School serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles L. Gideons Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,672 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Charles L. Gideons Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Charles L. Gideons Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
70% of students at Charles L. Gideons Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Charles L. Gideons Elementary School — Students at Charles L. Gideons Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.3/10.
How Charles L. Gideons Elementary School Compares
See how Charles L. Gideons Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
897 Welch St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles L. Gideons Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atlanta Neighborhood Charter - Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Strive Primary Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,542
Median Home Value
$295,800
Median Rent
$1,099/mo
Population
25,334
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
27%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles L. Gideons Elementary School
What grades does Charles L. Gideons Elementary School serve?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Charles L. Gideons Elementary School?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles L. Gideons Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles L. Gideons Elementary School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles L. Gideons Elementary School rank in GA?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School ranks #1,672 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Charles L. Gideons Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles L. Gideons Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Charles L. Gideons Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles L. Gideons Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Charles L. Gideons Elementary School a charter school?
No, Charles L. Gideons Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles L. Gideons Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Charles L. Gideons Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles L. Gideons Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Charles L. Gideons 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.2%
- Phone
- (404) 802-7700
Resources & Links
District
Atlanta Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,660
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,046
- District Rank
- #60 of 86
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