Excellent
#258 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 11% in state
Garden Lakes Elementary School
Elementary School · Floyd County
2903 Garden Lakes Blvd NW, Rome, GA 30165
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#258 of 2,268
In Rome
#3 of 18
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
Floyd County
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Garden Lakes Elementary School
Garden Lakes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rome, GA, part of Floyd County. Garden Lakes Elementary School serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Lakes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #258 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Lakes Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- GA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Garden Lakes Elementary School — Students at Garden Lakes Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
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: 8.0/10.
How Garden Lakes Elementary School Compares
See how Garden Lakes Elementary School 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
2903 Garden Lakes Blvd NW, Rome, GA 30165
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Lakes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Armuchee Primary School (rated 8.3/10, 6.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is East Central Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Anna K. Davie Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rome, see our Rome schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West End Elementary School Rome | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Alto Park Elementary School Rome | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| West Central Elementary School Rome | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Bob Richards Regional Youth Detention Center Rome | 1.9 mi | — |
| Elm Street Elementary Rome | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| BERRY COLLEGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Berry | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| THE ACADEMY OF ROME Rome | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Coosa Middle School Rome | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Coosa High School Rome | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Anna K. Davie Elementary Rome | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
| DARLINGTON SCHOOL Rome | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Rome High School Rome | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Armuchee High School Rome | 5.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Main Elementary School Rome | 5.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Rome | 5.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Rome Middle School Rome | 5.2 mi | 5.2 |
| East Central Elementary School Rome | 5.7 mi | 7.8 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome | 5.9 mi | 7.1 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome | 5.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Armuchee Primary School Rome | 6.7 mi | 8.3 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bacon County Elementary School Alma, GA | 8.5 |
| Buchanan Elementary School Buchanan, GA | 8.5 |
| Dug Gap Elementary School Dalton, GA | 8.5 |
| Fayetteville Elementary School Fayetteville, GA | 8.5 |
| Jacob G. Smith Elementary School Savannah, GA | 8.5 |
| Mary Lee Clark Elementary School Saint Marys, GA | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Lakes Elementary School
What grades does Garden Lakes Elementary School serve?
Garden Lakes Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Garden Lakes Elementary School?
Garden Lakes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Lakes Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Lakes Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Lakes Elementary School rank in GA?
Garden Lakes Elementary School ranks #258 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Garden Lakes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Lakes 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 Garden Lakes Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Lakes Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garden Lakes Elementary School a charter school?
No, Garden Lakes Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Lakes Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Garden Lakes Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Lakes Elementary School?
65.1% of students at Garden Lakes 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 513
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Floyd County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (706) 236-1865
Resources & Links
District
Floyd County- District Enrollment
- 8,847
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,510
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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