Below Average
#1861 of 2,268 schools in GA
Peyton Forest Elementary School
Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools
301 Peyton Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30311
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,861 of 2,268
In Atlanta
#114 of 136
public schools
In district
#70 of 86
Atlanta Public Schools
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Peyton Forest Elementary School
Peyton Forest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. Peyton Forest Elementary School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Peyton Forest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,861 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Peyton Forest Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Peyton Forest Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
58% of students at Peyton Forest 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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Peyton Forest Elementary School — Students at Peyton Forest Elementary School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 3.4/10.
How Peyton Forest Elementary School Compares
See how Peyton Forest 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
301 Peyton Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peyton Forest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beecher Hills Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harper-Archer Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta SMART Academy Atlanta | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| West Manor Elementary School Atlanta | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Frederick Douglass High School Atlanta | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Jean Childs Young Middle School Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| GREATER ATLANTA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN JR ACADEMY Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Beecher Hills Elementary School Atlanta | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ALPHABET HOUSE Atlanta | 1.6 mi | — |
| Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elementary School Atlanta | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Kipp Atlanta Collegiate Charter School Atlanta | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Harper-Archer Elementary School Atlanta | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Benjamin E. Mays High School Atlanta | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| CHI MONTESSORI ACADEMY, INC Atlanta | 2.0 mi | — |
| IMHOTOP ACADEMY Atlanta | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Cascade Elementary School Atlanta | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| The Kindezi School Atlanta | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| F. L. Stanton Elementary School Atlanta | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Atlanta Heights Charter School Atlanta | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| B.E.S.T Academy Atlanta | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| John Lewis Invictus Academy Atlanta | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,242
Median Home Value
$270,000
Median Rent
$1,120/mo
Population
34,036
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center Savannah, GA | 4.4 |
| Howard B. Stroud Elementary School Athens, GA | 4.4 |
| Lewis Elementary School Sparta, GA | 4.4 |
| The Kindezi School Atlanta, GA | 4.4 |
| Burnett Elementary School Douglasville, GA | 4.5 |
| Canby Lane Elementary School Decatur, GA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peyton Forest Elementary School
What grades does Peyton Forest Elementary School serve?
Peyton Forest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Peyton Forest Elementary School?
Peyton Forest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peyton Forest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Peyton Forest Elementary School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peyton Forest Elementary School rank in GA?
Peyton Forest Elementary School ranks #1,861 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Peyton Forest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Peyton Forest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Peyton Forest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peyton Forest Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Peyton Forest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Peyton Forest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peyton Forest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Peyton Forest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peyton Forest Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Peyton Forest 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (404) 802-7100
Resources & Links
District
Atlanta Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,660
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,046
- District Rank
- #70 of 86
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