Serving 1,050 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, King Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,050 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Springs 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
Diversity
School Overview
King Springs Elementary School's student population of 1,050 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,050 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
King Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King Springs Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#227 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
33%
36%
White
44%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Springs Elementary School's ranking?
King Springs Elementary School is ranked #227 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are King Springs Elementary School often compared to?
King Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nickajack Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend King Springs Elementary School?
1,050 students attend King Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of King Springs Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King Springs Elementary School?
King Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does King Springs Elementary School offer ?
King Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is King Springs Elementary School part of?
King Springs Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
5 1/11/2007
This school has a great k-3 - a strong principal and a good overall program. looking carefully at the 4th and 5th grades, not sure - have some doubts about 4th. Think that all Ga. public schools have issues in the 4th - 6th grades. Generally I am very happy with this school.
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