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#649 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 29% in state

High Point Elementary School

Elementary School · Fulton County

520 Greenland Rd, Atlanta, GA 30342

Enrollment

668

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#649 of 2,268

In Atlanta

#43 of 136

public schools

In district

#53 of 104

Fulton County

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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High Point Elementary School

7.5/10

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

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8.1/10

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5.3/10

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About High Point Elementary School

High Point Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Fulton County. High Point Elementary School serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. High Point Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #649 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for High Point Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.2% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.4% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,183
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

High Point Elementary School — Students at High Point Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (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
86%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
42.2%
ELA
45.4%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How High Point Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
71th percentile in GA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

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

520 Greenland Rd, Atlanta, GA 30342

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering High Point Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montgomery Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Brookhaven), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SPRINGMONT SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Ridgeview Charter School Atlanta 0.6 mi 8.1
Lake Forest Elementary Atlanta 1.5 mi 5.3
CMCH SCHOOL Atlanta 1.7 mi 6.9
SPRINGMONT SCHOOL Atlanta 1.6 mi 7.9
SANDY SPRINGS UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERG Alpharetta 1.8 mi
THE SCHENCK SCHOOL Atlanta 1.7 mi 6.9
MT VERNON PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Atlanta 2.1 mi 5.9
CUMBERLAND ACADEMY OF GEORGIA Atlanta 2.1 mi 7.9
THE GALLOWAY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.1 mi 6.7
DA VINCI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta 2.3 mi 7.6
MARIST SCHOOL Atlanta 2.0 mi 5.0
TABULA RASA THE LANGUAGE ACADEMY Atlanta 2.3 mi 7.4
Montgomery Elementary School Brookhaven 2.3 mi 8.3
DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School Atlanta 2.5 mi 3.8
THE WEBER SCHOOL Atlanta 2.8 mi 5.8
THE EPSTEIN SCHOOL Atlanta 2.6 mi 7.9
Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School Atlanta 2.9 mi 8.0
OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Atlanta 2.5 mi 5.9
HOLY INNOCENTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL, NW Atlanta 2.5 mi 6.9
THE PIEDMONT SCHOOL OF ATLANTA Brookhaven 2.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,865

Median Home Value

$804,300

Median Rent

$1,810/mo

Population

33,774

College Educated

75%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about High Point Elementary School

What grades does High Point Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend High Point Elementary School?

High Point Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at High Point Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at High Point Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does High Point Elementary School rank in GA?

High Point Elementary School ranks #649 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is High Point Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

High Point 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 High Point Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, High Point Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is High Point Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is High Point Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

57.3% of students at High Point 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
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

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

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