Serving 789 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holsenbeck 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 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holsenbeck Elementary School's student population of 789 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
789 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Holsenbeck Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holsenbeck Elementary School is 0.63, which is less 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
#934 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
8%
36%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Holsenbeck Elementary School's ranking?
Holsenbeck Elementary School is ranked #934 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Holsenbeck Elementary School often compared to?
Holsenbeck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like County Line Elementary School, Statham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Holsenbeck Elementary School?
789 students attend Holsenbeck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Holsenbeck Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holsenbeck Elementary School?
Holsenbeck Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holsenbeck Elementary School offer ?
Holsenbeck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holsenbeck Elementary School part of?
Holsenbeck Elementary School is part of Barrow County School District.
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Last Day of School: Early Release Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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