Serving 1,076 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Graves Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,076 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Graves Elementary School's student population of 1,076 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,076 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Rankings
Graves Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graves Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1547 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
84%
20%
Black
11%
36%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gwinnett County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graves Elementary School's ranking?
Graves Elementary School is ranked #1547 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Graves Elementary School often compared to?
Graves Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Graves Elementary School?
1,076 students attend Graves Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Graves Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graves Elementary School?
Graves Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Graves Elementary School offer ?
Graves Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Graves Elementary School part of?
Graves Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
In what neighborhood is Graves Elementary School located?
Graves Elementary School is located in the Gwinnett Village neighborhood of Norcross, GA. There are 5 other public schools located in Gwinnett Village.
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