Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blackwell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Blackwell Elementary School's student population of 583 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Blackwell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackwell Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#830 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
16%
36%
White
45%
35%
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
46%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackwell Elementary School's ranking?
Blackwell Elementary School is ranked #830 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Blackwell Elementary School often compared to?
Blackwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nicholson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Blackwell Elementary School?
583 students attend Blackwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Blackwell Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackwell Elementary School?
Blackwell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackwell Elementary School offer ?
Blackwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackwell Elementary School part of?
Blackwell Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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