Very Good
#654 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 29% in state
Graves Elementary School
Elementary School · Gwinnett County
1700 Graves Rd, Norcross, GA 30093
Enrollment
1,051
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,051
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#654 of 2,268
In Norcross
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#67 of 139
Gwinnett County
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Graves Elementary School
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About Graves Elementary School
Graves Elementary School is a public elementary school in Norcross, GA, part of Gwinnett County. Graves Elementary School serves approximately 1,051 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Graves Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #654 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Graves Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Graves Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
31% of students at Graves 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
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Graves Elementary School — Students at Graves Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 9.6/10.
How Graves Elementary School Compares
See how Graves 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
1700 Graves Rd, Norcross, GA 30093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Graves Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Livsey Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Tucker), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brookhaven Innovation Academy (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Baldwin Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Norcross, see our Norcross schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasantdale Elementary School Doraville | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Georgia Fugees Academy Charter School Decatur | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| COVERED BRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norcross | 1.6 mi | — |
| Rockbridge Elementary School Norcross | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| AL FURQUAN ACADEMY Norcross | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| STILL WATERS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Norcross | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| STILL WATERS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Norcross | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Evansdale Elementary School Doraville | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Livsey Elementary School Tucker | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Nesbit Elementary School Tucker | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Oakcliff Elementary School Doraville | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Brookhaven Innovation Academy Norcross | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Baldwin Elementary Norcross | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Stripling Elementary School Norcross | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Summerour Middle School Norcross | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Henderson Middle School Chamblee | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Tucker High School Tucker | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Midvale Elementary School Tucker | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Norcross Elementary School Norcross | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| THE TORCH AND THE SWORD KINGDOM ACADEMY Norcross | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,690
Median Home Value
$245,900
Median Rent
$1,574/mo
Population
49,015
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
28.2%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belair K-8 School Augusta, GA | 7.5 |
| Clark Creek Elementary School Acworth, GA | 7.5 |
| Ellijay Elementary School Ellijay, GA | 7.5 |
| Euchee Creek Elementary School Grovetown, GA | 7.5 |
| Gum Springs Elementary School Jefferson, GA | 7.5 |
| High Point Elementary School Atlanta, GA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Graves Elementary School
What grades does Graves Elementary School serve?
Graves Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Graves Elementary School?
Graves Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,051 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Graves Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Graves Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Graves Elementary School rank in GA?
Graves Elementary School ranks #654 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Graves Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Graves Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Graves Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Graves Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Graves Elementary School a charter school?
No, Graves Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Graves Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Graves Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Graves Elementary School?
87.2% of students at Graves 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,051
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Gwinnett County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (770) 326-8000
Resources & Links
District
Gwinnett County- District Enrollment
- 182,214
- Schools in District
- 140
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,348
- District Rank
- #67 of 139
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