Serving 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mossy Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mossy Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Mossy Creek Elementary School's student population of 409 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Mossy Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mossy Creek Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#596 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
1%
36%
White
85%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mossy Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Mossy Creek Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mossy Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Mossy Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack P Nix Elementary School, Mount Yonah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mossy Creek Elementary School?
409 students attend Mossy Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mossy Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mossy Creek Elementary School?
Mossy Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mossy Creek Elementary School offer ?
Mossy Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mossy Creek Elementary School part of?
Mossy Creek Elementary School is part of White County School District.
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