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Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary

Elementary School · Fulton County

2301 Connally Dr, East Point, GA 30344

Enrollment

589

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,422 of 2,268

In East Point

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#80 of 104

Fulton County

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Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary

5.7/10

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

Paul D. West Middle School

5.4/10

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3.5/10

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About Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary

Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary is a public elementary school in East Point, GA, part of Fulton County. Hamilton E.

Holmes Elementary serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,422 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.9% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.4% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,183
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary — Students at Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
27.9%
ELA
27.4%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary Compares

See how Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in GA
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

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

2301 Connally Dr, East Point, GA 30344

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Resurgence Hall Charter School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beecher Hills Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Atlanta Unbound Academy (rated 6.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby College Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Point, see our East Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Paul D. West Middle School East Point 0.5 mi 5.4
Conley Hills Elementary School East Point 0.9 mi 3.5
Fulton Leadership Academy East Point 0.9 mi 4.3
ABUNDANT GRACE ACADEMY East Point 1.1 mi
Cascade Elementary School Atlanta 1.5 mi 3.4
D. M. Therrell High School Atlanta 1.4 mi 6.2
L. O. Kimberly Elementary School Atlanta 1.5 mi 5.6
CHI MONTESSORI ACADEMY, INC Atlanta 1.9 mi
Resurgence Hall Middle Academy Atlanta 1.8 mi 9.6
Resurgence Hall Charter School East Point 1.9 mi 9.2
Tri-Cities High School East Point 1.8 mi 5.3
Continental Colony Elementary School Atlanta 1.9 mi 4.5
SLAM Academy of Atlanta Atlanta 1.9 mi 5.6
Woodland Middle School East Point 2.1 mi 3.3
MOUNT OLIVE EARLY LEARNING CENTER East Point 2.2 mi
Asa Hilliard Elementary School East Point 2.3 mi 4.6
KIPP South Fulton Academy School Atlanta 2.4 mi 6.0
Atlanta Unbound Academy College Park 2.7 mi 6.3
WOODWARD ACADEMY College Park 2.6 mi 5.5
Beecher Hills Elementary School Atlanta 2.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,647

Median Home Value

$240,700

Median Rent

$1,315/mo

Population

35,486

College Educated

36.4%

Homeownership

42.5%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.6%

Median Age

35.3

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Midland Academy Midland, GA 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary

What grades does Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary serve?

Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary?

Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary rank in GA?

Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary ranks #1,422 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary a charter school?

No, Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary?

100.0% of students at Hamilton E. Holmes 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

District

Fulton County
District Enrollment
88,043
Schools in District
106
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,183
District Rank
#80 of 104

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