Serving 573 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Suder 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Suder Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
I am a Suder Wildcat! I am Responsible! I am great and my name is great. I am Innovative! I have learned that education is power! I am Confident! Therefore when I apply myself, I become powerful!
School Rankings
Suder 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 Suder Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1867 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
72%
36%
White
1%
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
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
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 Suder Elementary School's ranking?
Suder Elementary School is ranked #1867 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Suder Elementary School often compared to?
Suder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Zion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Suder Elementary School?
573 students attend Suder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Suder Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suder Elementary School?
Suder Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Suder Elementary School offer ?
Suder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Suder Elementary School part of?
Suder Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
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