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#256 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 11% in state

Fayetteville Elementary School

Elementary School · Fayette County

490 Hood Ave, Fayetteville, GA 30214

Enrollment

492

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#256 of 2,268

In Fayetteville

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#10 of 24

Fayette County

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Fayetteville Elementary School

8.5/10

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

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6.4/10

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About Fayetteville Elementary School

Fayetteville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fayetteville, GA, part of Fayette County. Fayetteville Elementary School serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fayetteville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #256 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Fayetteville Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.53 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.3% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,041
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Fayetteville Elementary School — Students at Fayetteville Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 22 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
92%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
46.6%
ELA
49.3%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Fayetteville Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
89th percentile in GA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

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

490 Hood Ave, Fayetteville, GA 30214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fayetteville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sara Harp Minter Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 5.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is North Fayette Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Inman Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 5.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Fayette County High School Fayetteville 0.2 mi 6.4
GROWING MINDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville 0.6 mi 5.0
THE JOSEPH SAMS SCHOOL Fayetteville 0.9 mi 7.1
GENESIS LEARNING SERVICES Fayetteville 0.9 mi
Spring Hill Elementary School Fayetteville 1.1 mi 7.5
Bennett's Mill Middle School Fayetteville 2.8 mi 7.3
Cleveland Elementary School Fayetteville 2.9 mi 7.5
THE FOREST SCHOOL: AN ACTON ACADEMY Fayetteville 3.0 mi 6.0
North Fayette Elementary School Fayetteville 3.9 mi 7.8
COUNTERPANE SCHOOL Fayetteville 4.2 mi 7.3
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville 3.7 mi 6.4
DREAM KEEPERS ACADEMY Fayetteville 4.3 mi
KULIMA MONTESSORI Fayette 4.3 mi
Whitewater Middle School Fayetteville 4.8 mi 8.9
THE FOUNDRY Fayetteville 4.9 mi 4.7
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School Fayetteville 5.3 mi 8.3
Whitewater High School Fayetteville 5.4 mi 7.8
Inman Elementary Fayetteville 5.3 mi 7.8
River's Edge Elementary School Fayetteville 5.0 mi 5.0
Pointe South Middle School Jonesboro 5.4 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,138

Median Home Value

$338,300

Median Rent

$1,599/mo

Population

32,003

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

42

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Bacon County Elementary School Alma, GA 8.5
Buchanan Elementary School Buchanan, GA 8.5
Dug Gap Elementary School Dalton, GA 8.5
Garden Lakes Elementary School Rome, GA 8.5
Jacob G. Smith Elementary School Savannah, GA 8.5
Mary Lee Clark Elementary School Saint Marys, GA 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fayetteville Elementary School

What grades does Fayetteville Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Fayetteville Elementary School?

Fayetteville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Fayetteville Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fayetteville Elementary School rank in GA?

Fayetteville Elementary School ranks #256 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Fayetteville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fayetteville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Fayetteville Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fayetteville Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

Is Fayetteville Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Fayetteville Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

70.1% of students at Fayetteville 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fayette County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

Fayette County
District Enrollment
19,869
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,041
District Rank
#10 of 24

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