Serving 1,130 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Matt 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 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Matt Elementary School's student population of 1,130 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Matt 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 Matt Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#302 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
61%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Matt Elementary School's ranking?
Matt Elementary School is ranked #302 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Matt Elementary School often compared to?
Matt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Matt Elementary School?
1,130 students attend Matt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Matt Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matt Elementary School?
Matt Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Matt Elementary School offer ?
Matt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Matt Elementary School part of?
Matt Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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