Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mountain Park 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 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 79% 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: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Park 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
Mountain Park Elementary School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Park 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 Mountain Park Elementary School is 0.79, 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
#279 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
27%
36%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Mountain Park Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain Park Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mountain Park Elementary School often compared to?
Mountain Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camp Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mountain Park Elementary School?
628 students attend Mountain Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Mountain Park Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Park Elementary School?
Mountain Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mountain Park Elementary School offer ?
Mountain Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Park Elementary School part of?
Mountain Park Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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