Average
#1627 of 2,268 schools in GA
Elm Street Elementary
Elementary School · Rome City
8 S Elm St SW, Rome, GA 30165
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,627 of 2,268
In Rome
#18 of 18
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Rome City
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Elm Street Elementary
Elementary School in Rome · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Elm Street Elementary
Elm Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Rome, GA, part of Rome City. Elm Street Elementary serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,627 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Elm Street Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- GA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Elm Street Elementary — Students at Elm Street Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
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: 2.8/10.
How Elm Street Elementary Compares
See how Elm Street Elementary 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
8 S Elm St SW, Rome, GA 30165
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pepperell Primary (rated 9.3/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Lindale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garden Lakes Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Central Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rome, see our Rome schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Central Elementary School Rome | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Bob Richards Regional Youth Detention Center Rome | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE ACADEMY OF ROME Rome | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| West End Elementary School Rome | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Alto Park Elementary School Rome | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BERRY COLLEGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Berry | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Anna K. Davie Elementary Rome | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Garden Lakes Elementary School Rome | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| DARLINGTON SCHOOL Rome | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Rome | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Main Elementary School Rome | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| East Central Elementary School Rome | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Rome High School Rome | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Rome Middle School Rome | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ROME Rome | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Armuchee High School Rome | 5.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Pepperell High School Lindale | 6.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Pepperell Primary Lindale | 6.2 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30165 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,915
Median Home Value
$209,500
Median Rent
$949/mo
Population
41,998
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
36.3
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| Chapel Hill Elementary School Douglasville, GA | 5.2 |
| Double Churches Elementary School Columbus, GA | 5.2 |
| Flat Shoals Elementary School Conyers, GA | 5.2 |
| Gilbert Elementary School La Fayette, GA | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Street Elementary
What grades does Elm Street Elementary serve?
Elm Street Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Elm Street Elementary?
Elm Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Street Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elm Street Elementary rank in GA?
Elm Street Elementary ranks #1,627 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Elm Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Elm Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Street Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Elm Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Elm Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Elm Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elm Street Elementary?
98.6% of students at Elm Street Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 566
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Floyd County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (706) 232-5313
Resources & Links
District
Rome City- District Enrollment
- 6,436
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,188
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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