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William J. Scott Elementary School

Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools

1752 Hollywood Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

Enrollment

312

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,348 of 2,268

In Atlanta

#81 of 136

public schools

In district

#47 of 86

Atlanta Public Schools

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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William J. Scott Elementary School

5.8/10

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

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About William J. Scott Elementary School

William J. Scott Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. William J.

Scott Elementary School serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. William J. Scott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,348 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for William J. Scott Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, William J. Scott Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

49% of students at William J. Scott 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.8% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.3% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.5 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,046
Chronic Absenteeism49.4%

William J. Scott Elementary School — Students at William J. Scott Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below 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 26.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 34.0% (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
52%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
21.8%
ELA
13.3%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How William J. Scott Elementary School Compares

See how William J. Scott Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in GA
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.4%

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

1752 Hollywood Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William J. Scott Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Atlanta Charter School (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bolton Academy Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodson Park Academy School (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Westside Atlanta Charter School Atlanta 0.5 mi 8.9
Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy Atlanta 1.1 mi 7.8
B.E.S.T Academy Atlanta 1.1 mi 6.8
Bolton Academy Elementary Atlanta 1.3 mi 8.6
William M.Boyd Elementary School Atlanta 1.7 mi 4.1
KIPP Soul Primary Atlanta 1.7 mi 7.0
KIPP Soul Academy Atlanta 1.7 mi 7.7
John Lewis Invictus Academy Atlanta 2.4 mi 5.8
GREATER ATLANTA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Atlanta 2.6 mi 5.7
BEREAN CHRISTIAN JR ACADEMY Atlanta 2.6 mi 5.1
Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elementary School Atlanta 2.5 mi 6.8
IMHOTOP ACADEMY Atlanta 2.6 mi 4.6
Betty Gray Middle School Mableton 2.5 mi 5.9
Frederick Douglass High School Atlanta 2.9 mi 5.0
Harper-Archer Elementary School Atlanta 2.8 mi 7.0
Woodson Park Academy School Atlanta 2.8 mi 7.2
Atlanta SMART Academy Atlanta 3.5 mi 8.1
Kipp Atlanta Collegiate Charter School Atlanta 3.4 mi 6.4
Peyton Forest Elementary School Atlanta 3.8 mi 4.4
THE WESTMINSTER SCHOOLS Atlanta 3.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30318 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,222

Median Home Value

$395,100

Median Rent

$1,702/mo

Population

58,651

College Educated

54.3%

Homeownership

41.9%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

31.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William J. Scott Elementary School

What grades does William J. Scott Elementary School serve?

William J. Scott Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend William J. Scott Elementary School?

William J. Scott Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William J. Scott Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at William J. Scott Elementary School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William J. Scott Elementary School rank in GA?

William J. Scott Elementary School ranks #1,348 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is William J. Scott Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

William J. Scott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 William J. Scott Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William J. Scott Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is William J. Scott Elementary School a charter school?

No, William J. Scott Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William J. Scott Elementary School a Title I school?

No, William J. Scott Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William J. Scott Elementary School?

100.0% of students at William J. Scott 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
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.4%

District

Atlanta Public Schools
District Enrollment
49,660
Schools in District
87
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,046
District Rank
#47 of 86

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