Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Honey Creek 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 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Honey Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Honey Creek Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Honey Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Honey Creek Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1355 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
69%
36%
White
8%
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
72%
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 Honey Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Honey Creek Elementary School is ranked #1355 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Honey Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Honey Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barksdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Honey Creek Elementary School?
480 students attend Honey Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Honey Creek Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Honey Creek Elementary School?
Honey Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Honey Creek Elementary School offer ?
Honey Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Honey Creek Elementary School part of?
Honey Creek Elementary School is part of Rockdale County School District.
School Reviews
1 3/30/2020
They are very racist and nosy!! My kids had a horrible time there!! They switch principle every year and they never have knowledge of how to control the kids!! They also are not very good with following iep and special education! They so Bizzy calling cps on the parents instead dealing with their school problems and oh yeah they gossip in the reception area bout people's kids, etc.
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