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#945 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 42% in state

Cliftondale Elementary School

Elementary School · Fulton County

3340 W Stubbs Rd, College Park, GA 30349

Enrollment

692

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#945 of 2,268

In College Park

#3 of 19

public schools

In district

#62 of 104

Fulton County

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Cliftondale Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in College Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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8.6/10

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About Cliftondale Elementary School

Cliftondale Elementary School is a public elementary school in College Park, GA, part of Fulton County. Cliftondale Elementary School serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cliftondale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #945 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Cliftondale Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.7% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.3% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.5 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,183
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Cliftondale Elementary School — Students at Cliftondale Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (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
79%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
37.7%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Cliftondale Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in GA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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

3340 W Stubbs Rd, College Park, GA 30349

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cliftondale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wolf Creek Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Point Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stonewall Tell Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in College Park, see our College Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Stonewall Tell Elementary School College Park 1.4 mi 7.0
Wolf Creek Elementary College Park 2.2 mi 8.6
Renaissance Middle School Fairburn 2.9 mi 4.4
ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN Fairburn 2.7 mi 6.5
Langston Hughes High School Fairburn 3.1 mi 4.5
Renaissance ES Fairburn 3.1 mi 6.3
Westlake High School Atlanta 3.1 mi 6.5
ANGELS ACADEMY Atlanta 3.5 mi 2.5
New Manchester High School Douglasville 3.2 mi 5.0
New Manchester Elementary School Douglasville 3.9 mi 5.7
Sandtown Middle School Atlanta 4.2 mi 5.3
Liberty Point Elementary School Union City 4.6 mi 7.9
Randolph Elementary School Atlanta 4.5 mi 6.1
Factory Shoals Middle School Douglasville 5.0 mi 3.6
Atlanta Youth Development Campus College Park 5.2 mi
Lee Elementary School College Park 4.8 mi 6.3
E. C. West Elementary School Fairburn 5.9 mi 6.6
Camp Creek Middle School Atlanta 5.2 mi 5.9
Factory Shoals Elementary School Lithia Springs 6.2 mi 4.8
Campbell Elementary School Fairburn 6.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,732

Median Home Value

$236,800

Median Rent

$1,323/mo

Population

78,597

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

58.3%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

33.3

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School Rating
Battlefield Primary Ft. Oglethorpe, GA 6.8
Bells Ferry Elementary School Marietta, GA 6.8
Bramlett Elementary School Auburn, GA 6.8
College Park Elementary College Park, GA 6.8
Eastside Elementary School Dalton, GA 6.8
Indian Creek Elementary School Clarkston, GA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cliftondale Elementary School

What grades does Cliftondale Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Cliftondale Elementary School?

Cliftondale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cliftondale Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cliftondale Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cliftondale Elementary School rank in GA?

Cliftondale Elementary School ranks #945 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Cliftondale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cliftondale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Cliftondale Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cliftondale Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Cliftondale Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Cliftondale Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

74.4% of students at Cliftondale 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

Fulton County
District Enrollment
88,043
Schools in District
106
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,183
District Rank
#62 of 104

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