Serving 805 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Powder Springs 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 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powder Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Powder Springs Elementary School's student population of 805 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
805 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Powder Springs 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 Powder Springs Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1183 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
61%
36%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cobb County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powder Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Powder Springs Elementary School is ranked #1183 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Powder Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Powder Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendricks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Powder Springs Elementary School?
805 students attend Powder Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Powder Springs Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powder Springs Elementary School?
Powder Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powder Springs Elementary School offer ?
Powder Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powder Springs Elementary School part of?
Powder Springs Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 03, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break
September 21, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 19, 2027 (Wednesday)
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