Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ashford Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashford Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ashford Park Elementary School's student population of 725 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Ashford Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashford Park Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#125 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
12%
36%
White
60%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashford Park Elementary School's ranking?
Ashford Park Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ashford Park Elementary School often compared to?
Ashford Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ashford Park Elementary School?
725 students attend Ashford Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ashford Park Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashford Park Elementary School?
Ashford Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashford Park Elementary School offer ?
Ashford Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashford Park Elementary School part of?
Ashford Park Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashford Park Elementary School located?
Ashford Park Elementary School is located in the Ashford Park neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of School (26-27 SY)
August 03, 2026 (Monday)
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