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#605 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 27% in state

Vickery Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Forsyth County

6280 Post Rd, Cumming, GA 30040

Enrollment

1,118

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#605 of 2,268

In Cumming

#14 of 30

public schools

In district

#22 of 42

Forsyth County

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Vickery Creek Elementary School

7.6/10

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

Montessori at Vickery

8.3/10

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6.9/10

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About Vickery Creek Elementary School

Vickery Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cumming, GA, part of Forsyth County. Vickery Creek Elementary School serves approximately 1,118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Vickery Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #605 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Vickery Creek Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76.5% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.3% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+34.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)75% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,993
Chronic Absenteeism14%

Vickery Creek Elementary School — Students at Vickery Creek Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 75%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 81.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 77.2% (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
96%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2024
Math
76.5%
ELA
59.3%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Vickery Creek Elementary School Compares

See how Vickery Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
73th percentile in GA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

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

6280 Post Rd, Cumming, GA 30040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vickery Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Midway Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Alpharetta), which scores slightly higher. Another option is George W. Whitlow Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI AT VICKERY (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cumming, see our Cumming schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI AT VICKERY Cumming 0.1 mi 8.3
Vickery Creek Middle School Cumming 0.2 mi 6.9
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming 0.9 mi 5.3
Midway Elementary School Alpharetta 1.4 mi 8.6
Denmark High School Alpharetta 2.1 mi 6.8
West Forsyth High School Cumming 2.4 mi 6.4
New Hope Elementary School Comming 2.5 mi 7.1
PARKWAY PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Cumming 2.7 mi
MILTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT KELLY MILL Cumming 2.9 mi
Hendricks Middle School Cumming 3.2 mi 7.6
DeSana Middle School Alpharetta 3.4 mi 7.8
Brandywine Elementary School Alpharetta 3.3 mi 8.3
Piney Grove Middle School Cumming 3.4 mi 8.1
Shiloh Point Elementary Cumming 3.6 mi 8.0
South Forsyth High School Cumming 3.6 mi 7.4
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming 3.7 mi
George W. Whitlow Elementary Cumming 3.6 mi 8.5
Kelly Mill Elementary Cumming 4.0 mi 8.0
PINECREST ACADEMY Cumming 4.2 mi 7.4
FIDELES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cumming 4.1 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,028

Median Home Value

$474,400

Median Rent

$1,883/mo

Population

79,580

College Educated

55.5%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vickery Creek Elementary School

What grades does Vickery Creek Elementary School serve?

Vickery Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Vickery Creek Elementary School?

Vickery Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,118 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vickery Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Vickery Creek Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vickery Creek Elementary School rank in GA?

Vickery Creek Elementary School ranks #605 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Vickery Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Vickery Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Vickery Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vickery Creek Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Vickery Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Vickery Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Vickery Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vickery Creek Elementary School?

10.0% of students at Vickery Creek 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,118
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Forsyth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

District

Forsyth County
District Enrollment
54,984
Schools in District
42
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,993
District Rank
#22 of 42

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