Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts's student population of 512 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts is 0.27, 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
#764 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
85%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
59%
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 Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts's ranking?
Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts is ranked #764 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts often compared to?
Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Arnold Elementary School, Callaway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts?
512 students attend Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts?
Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts offer ?
Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts part of?
Kay R Pace Elementary School Of The Arts is part of Clayton County School District.
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