Serving 1,197 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poole's Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poole's Mill Elementary School's student population of 1,197 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Rankings
Poole's Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poole's Mill Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#568 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
4%
36%
White
51%
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
19%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 Poole's Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Poole's Mill Elementary School is ranked #568 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Poole's Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Poole's Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Poole's Mill Elementary School?
1,197 students attend Poole's Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Poole's Mill Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poole's Mill Elementary School?
Poole's Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poole's Mill Elementary School offer ?
Poole's Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poole's Mill Elementary School part of?
Poole's Mill Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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