Serving 990 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cheatham Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cheatham Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cheatham Hill Elementary School's student population of 990 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Rankings
Cheatham Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cheatham Hill 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
#324 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
25%
36%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheatham Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Cheatham Hill Elementary School is ranked #324 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cheatham Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Cheatham Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cheatham Hill Elementary School?
990 students attend Cheatham Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Cheatham Hill Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cheatham Hill Elementary School?
Cheatham Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cheatham Hill Elementary School offer ?
Cheatham Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cheatham Hill Elementary School part of?
Cheatham Hill Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 04, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break
September 22, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
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