Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heards Ferry Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heards Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heards Ferry Elementary School's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2014
Average Class Size
30 students
School Rankings
Heards Ferry Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heards Ferry Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#10 out of 2192 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
11%
36%
White
68%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fulton County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heards Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Heards Ferry Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Heards Ferry Elementary School?
699 students attend Heards Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Heards Ferry Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heards Ferry Elementary School?
Heards Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heards Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Heards Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heards Ferry Elementary School part of?
Heards Ferry Elementary School is part of Fulton County School District.
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