Very Good
#375 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 17% in state
Fayetteville Elementary School
Elementary School · Fayette County
490 Hood Ave, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Fayetteville
#5 of 14
public schools
Georgia elementary schools
#297 of 1,301
In district
#10 of 24
Fayette County
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Very strong
About Fayetteville Elementary School
Fayetteville Elementary School serves 492 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Fayette County, Georgia. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.1 to 1 and 35 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides a manageable classroom environment for individualized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #528 out of 2,271 Georgia elementary schools, placing it in the 77th percentile statewide.
Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 45% achieving proficiency or above, while mathematics presents an area with room for growth at 37% proficiency. Located at 490 Hood Avenue, Fayetteville Elementary sits in an established suburban community where families demonstrate strong educational values. The surrounding 30214 zip code reflects a stable, middle-to-upper-middle-class neighborhood with a median household income of $84,020 and median home values around $304,700.
With 36% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 6.5%, the area provides a supportive environment for children's educational development. This regular public elementary school operates within Fayette County's large suburban setting, serving families who have chosen to make their home in this well-established Georgia community south of Atlanta.
Score Breakdown
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Fayetteville Elementary School — Students at Fayetteville Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Fayetteville Elementary School Compares
See how Fayetteville Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 40% (2019) to 46.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 53% (2019) to 49.3% (2024).
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. Cleveland Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Fayette Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Spring Hill Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 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 | 4.1 |
| 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 | 7.2 |
| Bennett's Mill Middle School Fayetteville | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Cleveland Elementary School Fayetteville | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| THE FOREST SCHOOL: AN ACTON ACADEMY Fayetteville | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| North Fayette Elementary School Fayetteville | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| 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 | 8.6 |
| THE FOUNDRY Fayetteville | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Sara Harp Minter Elementary School Fayetteville | 5.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Whitewater High School Fayetteville | 5.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Inman Elementary Fayetteville | 5.3 mi | 6.6 |
| River's Edge Elementary School Fayetteville | 5.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Pointe South Middle School Jonesboro | 5.4 mi | 6.0 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Fayetteville Elementary School has a median household income of $87,138. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,300, with a median rent of $1,599/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Davis Elementary School Marietta, GA | 7.9 |
| Finch Elementary Atlanta, GA | 7.9 |
| Fulton Academy of Science and Technology Roswell, GA | 7.9 |
| Hamilton Crossing Elementary School Cartersville, GA | 7.9 |
| Hillside Elementary School Roswell, GA | 7.9 |
| J. L. Lomax Elementary School Valdosta, GA | 7.9 |
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 is ranked #375 out of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Fayetteville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fayetteville Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Fayetteville Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Fayetteville Elementary School has 37.2% math proficiency and 45.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
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
- Phone
- (770) 460-3560
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
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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