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Below Average

#1835 of 2,268 schools in GA

Continental Colony Elementary School

Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools

3181 Hogan Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30331

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,835 of 2,268

In Atlanta

#111 of 136

public schools

In district

#67 of 86

Atlanta Public Schools

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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4.5/10

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About Continental Colony Elementary School

Continental Colony Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. Continental Colony Elementary School serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Continental Colony Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,835 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Continental Colony Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Continental Colony 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.4% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.9% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-22.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.9 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,046
Chronic Absenteeism46.2%

Continental Colony Elementary School — Students at Continental Colony Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 31.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 37.8% (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
67%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
19.4%
ELA
16.9%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Continental Colony Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
19th percentile in GA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.2%

Location

3181 Hogan Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Continental Colony Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. College Park Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby College Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Main Street Charter Academy (rated 6.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby College Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby East Point), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
SLAM Academy of Atlanta Atlanta 0.8 mi 5.6
Woodland Middle School East Point 1.0 mi 3.3
Fulton Leadership Academy East Point 1.0 mi 4.3
Asa Hilliard Elementary School East Point 1.2 mi 4.6
D. M. Therrell High School Atlanta 1.4 mi 6.2
MOUNT OLIVE EARLY LEARNING CENTER East Point 1.3 mi
Deerwood Academy Atlanta 1.4 mi 4.7
L. O. Kimberly Elementary School Atlanta 1.6 mi 5.6
ABUNDANT GRACE ACADEMY East Point 1.4 mi
Paul D. West Middle School East Point 1.6 mi 5.4
SOUTHWEST ATLANTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Atlanta 1.7 mi 6.6
Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary East Point 1.9 mi 5.7
R. N. Fickett Elementary School Atlanta 2.0 mi 5.4
Brookview Elementary School East Point 2.2 mi 5.0
Conley Hills Elementary School East Point 2.0 mi 3.5
Main Street Charter Academy College Park 2.6 mi 6.1
College Park Elementary College Park 2.6 mi 6.8
Ralph Bunche Middle School Atlanta 2.7 mi 3.3
Cascade Elementary School Atlanta 3.1 mi 3.4
Resurgence Hall Middle Academy Atlanta 2.7 mi 9.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,548

Median Home Value

$277,900

Median Rent

$1,264/mo

Population

63,418

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

34.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Burnett Elementary School Douglasville, GA 4.5
Canby Lane Elementary School Decatur, GA 4.5
Northside Elementary School Tifton, GA 4.5
Randolph County Elementary School Cuthbert, GA 4.5
Asa Hilliard Elementary School East Point, GA 4.6
Flat Shoals Elementary School Decatur, GA 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Continental Colony Elementary School

What grades does Continental Colony Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Continental Colony Elementary School?

Continental Colony Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Continental Colony Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Continental Colony Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Continental Colony Elementary School rank in GA?

Continental Colony Elementary School ranks #1,835 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Continental Colony Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Continental Colony Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Continental Colony Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Continental Colony Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Continental Colony Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Continental Colony Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Continental Colony 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
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.2%

District

Atlanta Public Schools
District Enrollment
49,660
Schools in District
87
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,046
District Rank
#67 of 86

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