Serving 592 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Fayette Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 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: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Fayette Elementary School's student population of 592 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Fayette Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Fayette 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
#621 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
61%
36%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 North Fayette Elementary School's ranking?
North Fayette Elementary School is ranked #621 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Fayette Elementary School often compared to?
North Fayette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fayetteville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend North Fayette Elementary School?
592 students attend North Fayette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Fayette Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Fayette Elementary School?
North Fayette Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Fayette Elementary School offer ?
North Fayette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Fayette Elementary School part of?
North Fayette Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
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