The following City of Atlanta Elementary Schools received top school rankings for scholastic high performance, based exclusively on how well students perform on standardized tests as compared to other students in the state.
This information is provided by SchoolDigger.com.
It ranks schools using a star system (1–5 stars) and percentile rankings based solely on students' performance on state standardized tests (average standard scores/proficient rates).
It does not include equity ratings, student progress/growth adjustments tied to demographics, diversity scores, or socioeconomic proxies in its primary ranking.
You can view raw test score data, historical trends, and comparisons within states, making it a straightforward tool for pure academic output comparison.
The data contained herein is a summary of factual information only and does not indicate a preference for any particular school. How you choose to use this information is entirely up to you. There are other tests and indicators of school performance that you may choose to use in making decisions regarding your children's education.
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| Rank | School (Link to Official Site) | Grades | Rating (1-5 Stars) | Statewide Rank (Out of ~1,238 GA Schools) | Enrolled | Student-Teacher Ratio | Math Proficiency % | Reading Proficiency % | School Type | Homes for Sale (Zoned) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bascomb Elementary School | PK-5 | 5 | ~Top 50–100 | ~967 | ~15:1 | 70%+ | 65%+ | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
| 2 | Hickory Flat Elementary School | PK-5 | 5 | ~Top 50–100 | ~800–900 | ~14:1 | 70%+ | 65%+ | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
| 3 | Sixes Elementary School | PK-5 | 5 | ~Top 100 | ~734 | ~14:1 | 65–75% | 60–70% | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
| 4 | Avery Elementary School | PK-5 | 5 | ~Top 100–150 | ~1,132 | ~15:1 | 63%+ (high in some grades) | 60%+ | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
| 5 | Little River Elementary School | PK-5 | 5 | ~Top 150–200 (e.g., 8th in district) | ~1,267 | ~15:1 | 65–70% (e.g., 69.9% in 5th math) | 60%+ | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
| 6 | Clayton Elementary School | PK-5 | 4–5 | ~Top 200–250 (e.g., 9th in district) | ~800–900 | ~14:1 | 60–80% (strong in math) | 55–65% | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
| 7 | J. Knox Elementary School | PK-5 | 4 | ~262nd (top 20–25% statewide) | ~892 | ~15:1 | 60%+ | 55–65% | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
Note*
These represent the complete set of 4- and 5-star elementary schools in Cherokee County based on latest SchoolDigger data (no others qualify at this level; district average proficiency ~51% math / 49% reading, above state averages).
All are zoned public schools; no charters/magnets dominate the top tier here (unlike Atlanta city).
Proficiency figures emphasize overall math/reading; many excel in specific grades/subjects (e.g., higher math in advanced programs).
Always confirm current details via SchoolDigger or district sites, as ratings update annually.
These high-performing schools (especially in areas like Woodstock, Canton, and Holly Springs) often boost local property values due to demand from families prioritizing test-score strength in suburban Cherokee County.
Zoned Options: Bascomb, Hickory Flat, Sixes, Avery, and Little River serve popular growing areas (e.g., Woodstock/Canton); all tie to specific neighborhoods.
No Charters/Magnets in Top Tier: Cherokee focuses on traditional zoned publics; apply for any special programs via district if available.
Verify boundaries: Use Cherokee County Schools tools (e.g., interactive maps at cherokeek12.net/maps or attendance zone PDFs; contact Student Assignment for address-specific confirmation).
