Serving 651 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Suwanee Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suwanee 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
Suwanee Elementary School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Mascot
Jaguars
School Rankings
Suwanee Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suwanee Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#98 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
14%
36%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suwanee Elementary School's ranking?
Suwanee Elementary School is ranked #98 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Suwanee Elementary School often compared to?
Suwanee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberts Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Suwanee Elementary School?
651 students attend Suwanee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Suwanee Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suwanee Elementary School?
Suwanee Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Suwanee Elementary School offer ?
Suwanee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Suwanee Elementary School part of?
Suwanee Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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