Serving 738 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Head Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Head 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
Diversity
School Overview
Head Elementary School's student population of 738 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Head Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Head Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
27%
36%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Head Elementary School's ranking?
Head Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Head Elementary School often compared to?
Head Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookwood Elementary School, Gwin Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Head Elementary School?
738 students attend Head Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Head Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Head Elementary School?
Head Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Head Elementary School offer ?
Head Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Head Elementary School part of?
Head Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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