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#1768 of 2,268 schools in GA

Mount Carmel Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County

2356 Fairburn Rd, Douglasville, GA 30135

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,768 of 2,268

In Douglasville

#23 of 29

public schools

In district

#28 of 35

Douglas County

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Mount Carmel Elementary School

4.8/10

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

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4.3/10

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5.2/10

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About Mount Carmel Elementary School

Mount Carmel Elementary School is a public elementary school in Douglasville, GA, part of Douglas County. Mount Carmel Elementary School serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Carmel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,768 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Carmel Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.3% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-12.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

Mount Carmel Elementary School — Students at Mount Carmel Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 53.6% (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
81%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
29.6%
ELA
34.3%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Mount Carmel Elementary School Compares

See how Mount Carmel Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in GA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

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

2356 Fairburn Rd, Douglasville, GA 30135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Carmel Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. D.E.L.T.A. STEAM Academy (rated 8.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lithia Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beulah Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Annette Winn Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Lithia Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Douglasville, see our Douglasville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Chestnut Log Middle School Douglasville 0.7 mi 4.3
Sweetwater Elementary School Lithia Springs 1.7 mi 5.2
Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School Lithia Springs 1.8 mi 5.1
Factory Shoals Elementary School Lithia Springs 1.9 mi 4.8
Factory Shoals Middle School Douglasville 2.2 mi 3.6
ANGELS IN PROGRESS ACADEMY Douglasville 2.3 mi 5.3
Beulah Elementary School Douglasville 2.6 mi 6.3
FIRST BAPTIST GO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 2.5 mi 5.7
Brighten Academy Douglasville 2.6 mi 5.6
Eastside Elementary School Douglasville 2.7 mi 3.4
Turner Middle School Lithia Springs 3.1 mi 3.6
New Manchester Elementary School Douglasville 3.1 mi 5.7
Burnett Elementary School Douglasville 2.8 mi 4.5
Lithia Springs Elementary School Lithia Springs 3.4 mi 5.6
HARVESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 3.6 mi 6.1
Chapel Hill Middle School Douglasville 3.6 mi 5.4
Douglas County High School Douglasville 3.5 mi 6.2
D.E.L.T.A. STEAM Academy Lithia Springs 3.8 mi 8.3
Annette Winn Elementary School Lithia Springs 4.1 mi 6.3
Stewart Middle School Douglasville 3.8 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,991

Median Home Value

$277,400

Median Rent

$1,550/mo

Population

66,689

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

77.8%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

39

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Eton Elementary School Eton, GA 4.8
Factory Shoals Elementary School Lithia Springs, GA 4.8
Hightower Trail Elementary School Conyers, GA 4.8
Miller Elementary School Warner Robins, GA 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Carmel Elementary School

What grades does Mount Carmel Elementary School serve?

Mount Carmel Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mount Carmel Elementary School?

Mount Carmel Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Carmel Elementary School rank in GA?

Mount Carmel Elementary School ranks #1,768 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Mount Carmel Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Carmel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Mount Carmel Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Carmel Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mount Carmel Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mount Carmel Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mount Carmel Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Carmel Elementary School?

81.9% of students at Mount Carmel 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

District

Douglas County
District Enrollment
25,770
Schools in District
35
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#28 of 35

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