Serving 838 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ferguson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ferguson Elementary School's student population of 838 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
838 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Ferguson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferguson Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1535 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
59%
19%
Black
30%
36%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferguson Elementary School's ranking?
Ferguson Elementary School is ranked #1535 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ferguson Elementary School often compared to?
Ferguson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ferguson Elementary School?
838 students attend Ferguson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ferguson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferguson Elementary School?
Ferguson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ferguson Elementary School offer ?
Ferguson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferguson Elementary School part of?
Ferguson Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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