Serving 994 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roland W. Russom Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). 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 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 994 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roland W. Russom Elementary School's student population of 994 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
994 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roland W. Russom Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roland W. Russom Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#447 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
22%
36%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Roland W. Russom Elementary School's ranking?
Roland W. Russom Elementary School is ranked #447 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Roland W. Russom Elementary School often compared to?
Roland W. Russom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd L. Shelton Elementary School At Crossroad by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Roland W. Russom Elementary School?
994 students attend Roland W. Russom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Roland W. Russom Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roland W. Russom Elementary School?
Roland W. Russom Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roland W. Russom Elementary School offer ?
Roland W. Russom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roland W. Russom Elementary School part of?
Roland W. Russom Elementary School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/25/2008
I feel this so far has been a great school. They are in the process of redistricting which is kinda scary. I have 4 children and only one attends now. The school has been great only thing I would change would be the office staff; they aren't very friendly. Working in a school setting prior to marriage and kids I know what it is like for a new parent to come to the office. We alway said hello to the student first then the parent and we had a smile on our face. The first thing out of our mouths was "Hello how are you" not a frown with a "What do you need". So if you are looking-look past the office staff. The teachers seem to have great personalities and on the outside look like they are passionate about their job.
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