Serving 159 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chattahoochee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chattahoochee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Chattahoochee Elementary School's student population of 159 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Chattahoochee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chattahoochee Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2647 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Hispanic
6%
38%
Black
92%
21%
White
2%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chattahoochee Elementary School's ranking?
Chattahoochee Elementary School is ranked #2647 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chattahoochee Elementary School?
159 students attend Chattahoochee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Chattahoochee Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chattahoochee Elementary School?
Chattahoochee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chattahoochee Elementary School offer ?
Chattahoochee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chattahoochee Elementary School part of?
Chattahoochee Elementary School is part of Gadsden School District.
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