Serving 591 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shallowford Falls Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shallowford Falls 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Shallowford Falls Elementary School's student population of 591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Colors
Teal & Black
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Fox--Always a Fox!
School Rankings
Shallowford Falls 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 Shallowford Falls Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
6%
36%
White
66%
34%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shallowford Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Shallowford Falls Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Shallowford Falls Elementary School often compared to?
Shallowford Falls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Tritt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Shallowford Falls Elementary School?
591 students attend Shallowford Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Shallowford Falls Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shallowford Falls Elementary School?
Shallowford Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shallowford Falls Elementary School offer ?
Shallowford Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shallowford Falls Elementary School part of?
Shallowford Falls Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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