Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shoal 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shoal Creek Elementary School's student population of 644 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Mascot
Sharks
School Rankings
Shoal Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shoal Creek Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1649 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
73%
36%
White
8%
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
73%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sharks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoal Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Shoal Creek Elementary School is ranked #1649 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Shoal Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Shoal Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Shoals Elementary School, Pine Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Shoal Creek Elementary School?
644 students attend Shoal Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Shoal Creek Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% 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 Shoal Creek Elementary School?
Shoal Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shoal Creek Elementary School offer ?
Shoal Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shoal Creek Elementary School part of?
Shoal Creek Elementary School is part of Rockdale County School District.
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